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Stoneham Fire Department Extinguishes Two-Alarm Residential Fire

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For Immediate Release

Saturday, Oct. 12 , 2019

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Stoneham Fire Department Extinguishes Two-Alarm Residential Fire

One Resident Rescued from Roof Overhang by Responding Stoneham Police Officers

STONEHAM — Fire Chief Matthew Grafton and Police Chief James McIntyre report that the Stoneham Fire and Police Departments responded to a two-alarm fire at a home this afternoon.

At approximately 12:25 p.m., Stoneham Group 4 firefighters were dispatched to 16 Flint Ave. for reports of a fire at a single-family residence. Stoneham Engines 2 and 3 and Ladder 1 arrived on-scene and located fire coming from the kitchen on the home’s first floor and smoke coming from all windows.

Before firefighters arrived, a female resident had climbed out of a second floor window and onto the roof overhang. Responding officers from Stoneham Police instructed her to jump from the overhang and she was caught by Officers Stephen Aprile and John Burton. The female resident was the only person in the home at the time of the fire.

A second alarm was struck upon arrival. Crews from the Woburn, Melrose, Wakefield, Winchester and Reading fire departments assisted at the scene. Saugus, Medford and Malden firefighters responded to provide station coverage. Chief Grafton would also like to thank Stoneham’s Department of Public Works and Action Ambulance for their assistance on scene.

Firefighters were able to prevent the fire from spreading to the rest of the house. However, the house sustained heavy damage due to smoke and water. The damages are estimated to be approximately $150,000-200,000.

The family of six who resides in the house was displaced and is being assisted by family and friends in the area.

One dog was rescued from the home and was taken to a veterinarian for evaluation. No firefighters were injured.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Stoneham Fire Department, Stoneham Police Department and State Fire Marshal’s Office.

Firefighters cleared the scene at approximately 2:45 p.m. Saturday.

“Today marks the last day of Fire Prevention Week and the theme for this year covered how important it is for people to have an escape plan to get out of their home,” Chief Grafton said. “The resident who was at home at the time of today’s fire is an excellent example of someone who knew to find an available escape route and got herself safely out of the house as quickly as possible.”

Click here for videos from the scene.

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US Coast Guard, Gloucester Fire and Police Rescue 13-Year-Old Boy Swept Away from Shore

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019

Media Contact: Kelsey Bode
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

US Coast Guard, Gloucester Fire and Police Rescue 13-Year-Old Boy Swept Away from Shore

GLOUCESTER — Fire Chief Eric Smith, Police Chief Edward Conley and U.S. Coast Guard Gloucester Station Chief Warrant Officer John Roberts report that a 13-year-old Gloucester boy has been rescued after he was swept away from land after falling off of a rock at Rafes Chasm.

At 5:21 p.m. members of the Gloucester Police and Fire Departments responded to Rafes Chasm Park for a report that a person had fallen into the water.

Upon arrival, first responders learned that a 13-year-old Gloucester boy had been taking photos of the waves with his friends when he fell off of a rock and into the water. At the time police and firefighters arrived on the scene, he had been swept approximately 50 to 75 yards off shore. The U.S. Coast Guard Gloucester Station was informed of the incident, and promptly launched a 47 foot motor life boat in search of the boy.

The teen remained in sight of Gloucester police and firefighters for the duration of the incident, up until he was rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard, at which time he was several hundred feet away from shore.

He was transported by Gloucester ambulance to Beverly Hospital for medical treatment for non-life threatening injuries after the rescue and is in good condition.

“Fortunately, as a result of the swift, seamless teamwork between the Gloucester Fire and Police Departments and the Coast Guard, this boy was rescued very quickly,” Fire Chief Smith said. “Time is critical in an incident like this, and I’d like to thank all those who took part in today’s rescue.”

To view a video of the rescue, click here.

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Taunton Fire Department Responds to 3-Alarm Fire at Multi-Family Home

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Taunton Fire Department
Timothy J. Bradshaw, Fire Chief
50 School St.
Taunton, MA 02780

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Taunton Fire Department Responds to 3-Alarm Fire at Multi-Family Home

Firefighters Rescue Man from Second-Floor Balcony

Media note: At 10:45 p.m., Chief Bradshaw will be speaking to the media in the parking lot of Eye Health Vision Centers, 64 Winthrop St., Taunton.

To view a video of the fire click here.

TAUNTON — Chief Timothy Bradshaw reports that the Taunton Fire Department is responding to large fire at a multi-family home on Harrison Street Tuesday night.

The first responding firefighters used a ladder to rescue a man from a second-floor balcony as the fire burned close by. The man’s condition is unknown at this time but he was conscious and alert at the time of rescue and did not require medical assistance.

At approximately 8:20 p.m., the Taunton Fire Department was called to 46 Harrison St. for a report of a house fire.

Upon arrival, firefighters saw large flames and heavy smoking coming from the second floor and roof of the 2.5-story wood-frame home.

Incident commander Deputy Chief Eric Dumont, quickly called for all available Taunton Fire apparatus to respond to the scene and struck a second alarm for fire departments from surrounding communities to respond. The Raynham, Dighton, Norton and Rehoboth fire departments were providing assistance.

As the fire continued to quickly spread throughout the 6-apartment building, Chief Bradshaw struck a third alarm, seeking additional manpower at the scene.

As of approximately 10:30 p.m., the roof had collapsed into the building and crews were still battling the fire. There are about 35 firefighters, eight engines and two ladder trucks on scene at this time.

All residents of the home are believed to have made it out of the building safely. All residents will be displaced as a result of the fire and the Taunton Emergency Management Agency was responding to the scene to assist.

One Taunton firefighter was treated at the scene for a heat related condition and is expected to be okay.

Harrison Street and Winthrop Street (Route 44) will both be closed while the scene remains active. The Taunton Police Department is on scene assisting and directing traffic.

The scene is expected to remain active for several hours and residents and drivers are asked to seek alternate routes.

The Taunton firefighters that rescued the man from the balcony were Tony Burton, John Gulan and Sarah Riendeau.

Further information will be provided when it becomes available.

 

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Wenham Police Assist in Rescue Effort During 2-Alarm Apartment Fire

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Wenham Police Patch

Wenham Police Department
Thomas Perkins, Chief of Police
1 Friend Court
PO Box 536
Wenham, MA 01984

For Immediate Release

Sunday, June 30, 2019

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Wenham Police Assist in Rescue Effort During 2-Alarm Apartment Fire

WENHAM — Police Chief Thomas Perkins reports that the Wenham Police and Fire Departments responded to a two-alarm fire inside of an apartment building for elderly and disabled residents Sunday morning.

At approximately 7:40 a.m. Sunday, the Wenham Police and Fire Departments responded to Enon Village, on Larch Lane, for a report of a fire inside of a second-floor apartment. The apartment building is operated by the Wenham Housing Authority.

Upon arrival, heavy smoke and fire was seen coming from a second-floor apartment in Building H.

Firefighters immediately started working to extinguish the flames while Wenham Police Officer Wesley Izidoro began evacuating residents from the building.

A short time later, a second alarm was struck by Wenham Fire scene commander Captain Jeff Baxter. Firefighters from Hamilton, Beverly and Topsfield responded to the scene to assist. Fire personnel from Danvers and Manchester-by-the-Sea provided station coverage.

A group of Hamilton firefighters assigned for primary search and rescue, led by Hamilton Fire Lt. Andrew Ellison, located a 69-year-old woman inside of the apartment where the fire began. The woman was unresponsive and was carried out of the burning apartment to safety. She received medical aid from Wenham Police Sgt. David Marsh and firefighters on-scene and was able to be revived. She was subsequently transported by Atlantic Ambulance to Beverly Hospital with serious injuries and her condition is unknown at this time.

Two cats were also rescued by firefighters from the same second-floor apartment. Members of the Topsfield Fire Department gave one of the cats oxygen and both cats were taken to the Danvers Animal Hospital and are expected to survive.

The firefighters were able to get the fire fully under control around approximately 8:20 a.m. The fire was fully extinguished and overhaul was completed around 8:55 a.m. 

The cause and origin of the fire is currently under investigation. Members of the State Fire Marshal’s Office were called to the scene to assist in the investigation. The initial investigation indicates that the fire is not suspicious.

The fire was able to be contained to one apartment, but due to water and smoke damage, four apartments were deemed uninhabitable by fire officials and the town’s building inspector. The Wenham Housing Authority was working with the American Red Cross to find temporary housing for the 10 people who were displaced.

No other injuries were reported in the incident.

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