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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.”

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Stoneham Fire Department Extinguishes 3-Alarm Fire at House, Barn

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Stoneham Fire Department
Chief Matthew Grafton
25 Central Street
Stoneham, MA 02180-2044

For Immediate Release

Sunday, July 28 , 2019

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Stoneham Fire Department Extinguishes 3-Alarm Fire at House, Barn

 

STONEHAM — Chief Matthew Grafton reports that the Stoneham Fire Department extinguished a 3-alarm fire in a barn and home late Saturday night, July 27.

At approximately 9:24 p.m., firefighters were dispatched to 20 Emery Court after receiving several 911 calls about a large fire on the property. Upon arrival, firefighters located a barn that had heavy fire and smoke showing.

The barn was fully engulfed and due to the heavy volume of flames and intense heat, the fire spread to the eves of the nearby house and into the attic of the home.

Due to the property’s isolated location on a narrow dirt road, the responding companies had limited access to fire hydrants.

A second alarm was requested on arrival and a third alarm was requested later to provide relief. Members of the Winchester, Wakefield, Woburn, Melrose, Burlington, Medford, Malden, Reading and Saugus fire departments responded to the scene to assist. The Medford, Malden and North Reading fire departments responded to provide station coverage. Chief Grafton would also like to thank the Stoneham Police Department, Stoneham Public Works and the Boston Sparks Association for their assistance at the scene.

As the fire continued to burn, the roof collapsed on the house. It took firefighters approximately four hours to fully extinguish the flames.

The family was not home at the time of the fire. Three horses and several vehicles were kept inside the barn. One horse died as a result of the fire. Three firefighters suffered minor injuries due to the extreme heat.

Both structures appear to be a total loss with damages estimated to be $700,000-$800,000. The family was displaced and was assisted by a family member.

The State Fire Marshal is investigating the cause of the fire.

The last firefighters left the scene at approximately 3 a.m. Sunday.

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Stoneham Fire Department Extinguishes House Fire

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Stoneham Fire Department
Chief Matthew Grafton
25 Central Street
Stoneham, MA 02180-2044

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 781-533-9398
Email: [email protected]

Stoneham Fire Department Extinguishes House Fire

STONEHAM — Chief Matthew Grafton reports that the Stoneham Fire Department extinguished a house fire this evening.

At 5:52 p.m., Stoneham Fire received a report of a house fire at one of the Stoneham Housing Authority’s duplex buildings at 16-18 Washington Ave.

Engine 3, Engine 4 and Ladder 1 responded to the scene and were met with heavy black smoke showing from unit 18, and fire showing from a first floor bedroom.

Three residents were outside upon firefighters’ arrival. One female resident suffered burns to her hand and was treated on scene. No other injuries were reported.

Crews made an aggressive attack, quickly bringing a hose line into the building to
attack the rapidly moving fire, which had begun to extend to the exterior side of the home.

Firefighters were able to contain the fire to the bedroom, preventing fire extension into the second floor and unit 16 of the duplex. The first floor of unit 18 sustained significant heat, smoke and water damage and was deemed uninhabitable. Red Cross arrived on scene to assist residents.

Because several members of the Stoneham Fire Department were meeting at the station at the time of the call, an additional six firefighters responded to the scene to assist.

“The extra help made a huge difference in firefighters’ ability to quickly and effectively put out this fire,” Chief Grafton said. “Crews were able to extend additional hose lines, immediately begin ventilating the building and search for pets. Had we not had 14 firefighters responding, this fire would have escalated to a second alarm. I would like to thank the firefighters for their additional assistance and all for their hard work”.

Firefighters cleared the scene at 8 p.m.

Chief Grafton would like remind residents that in the event of a fire, they should always immediately evacuate the building and call 911.

During the incident, the Wakefield and Reading Fire Departments provided station coverage. Stoneham Police and the Department of Public Works also responded to the scene to assist.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Stoneham Fire and Police Department.

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Stoneham Fire Chief Alerts Residents to Potential Flooding as Storm Nears

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Stoneham Fire Department
Chief Matthew Grafton
25 Central Street
Stoneham, MA 02180-2044

For Immediate Release

Monday, Sept. 17, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 781-533-9398
Email: [email protected]

Stoneham Fire Chief Alerts Residents to Potential Flooding as Storm Nears

STONEHAM — Fire Chief/Acting Emergency Management Director Matthew Grafton seeks to to alert residents about the remnants of Hurricane Florence, expected to strike to the region Tuesday that could cause heavy rainfall and flooding.

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a hazardous weather outlook for most of southern New England, including Middlesex County. A flash flood watch will be in effect from 5 a.m. Tuesday to 2 a.m. Wednesday.

The rain is expected to begin early Tuesday and the heaviest rainfall is predicted during the afternoon, with the potential for thunderstorms. The storm should taper off by Wednesday morning, according to the NWS.

“As the remnants of Florence approach our region, we want residents to be aware for the potential for flash flooding and heavy rain Tuesday afternoon,” Chief Grafton said. “If you can, please stay off the roads. But if you must drive, please use caution and avoid driving through areas that are known to flood.”

Chief Grafton would like to offer the following tips to help Stoneham residents prepare for the storm:

  • Clear any storm drains of debris.
  • Ensure downspouts are pitched away from your home.
  • If prone to getting water in your house make sure your sump pump is working properly.
  • Be sure to have working batteries for flashlights and battery-powered lanterns to use in the event of a power outage. If you must use candles, keep them away from anything flammable and do not leave them unattended.
  • Keep cell phones charged.
  • Stay off the roads and stay indoors, if possible.
  • Check in on elderly or disabled neighbors.

For all emergencies such as gas emergencies and downed wires, call 911. For outages and non-emergencies call National Grid for gas service at 1-800-233-5325 and Eversource for electric service at 1-800-592-2000.

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