Upstate New York firefighters asked nearby Canadian units for help with blaze . The fire was reported at about 9:45 a.m. in the town of Tupper Lake, a few miles from Lake George. Government source says one firefighter 's criminal record caused the delay . Ten fire departments , including the Canadian departments , responded to the fire . U.S. firefighter calls it embarrassing , says it delayed relief for tired firefighters .
Upstate New York firefighters asked nearby Canadian units for help with blaze . The fire was reported at about 9:45 a.m. in the town of Tupper Lake, a few miles from Lake George. Government source says one firefighter 's criminal record caused the delay . U.S. firefighter calls it embarrassing , says it delayed relief for tired firefighters .