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9 dead, 30+ hospitalized in 5-alarm fire at Fall River assisted living facility

Nine people have died and one person remains in critical condition after a five-alarm fire broke out Sunday night at an assisted living facility in Fall River.

 

“We had an unspeakable tragedy here in Fall River last night. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims,” Fire Chief Jeffrey Bacon said.

 

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey arrived at the scene around 11 a.m. and addressed the media. Hear her remarks in the video above.

 

Crews responding to the Gabriel House Assisted Living Facility on Oliver Street just before 10 p.m. found heavy flames and smoke with multiple people trapped inside.

 

See more at wpri.com.

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