Several survivors recently reunited with Fall River first responders who saved their lives on the night of the deadly fire at Gabriel House assisted living facility.
At an event held at Primo on Water Street, USA TODAY Co. news partner WCVB was on hand to see survivors of the tragedy thank the firefighters, police and paramedics who pulled them from the smoke and flames.
"I want to thank the firefighters, thank them a lot. They saved my life and saved all our lives," said Gabriel House resident Neil Beck to WCVB.
The event was held nearly six months after the catastrophic July 13 fire, in which 10 residents were killed and about 30 people injured. The incident at the 261 Oliver St. facility tested the limits of the Fall River Fire Department, which struggled to save dozens of residents trapped inside, most of whom were elderly or physically infirm.
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