Salisbury Fire: A deadly fire broke out at a home in Salisbury, Massachusetts, today, injuring 2. Rescue efforts are now underway at the site, with the fire reported to be under control now. There have been no reports of structural damage yet.Â
Salisbury Fire: What Happened?Â
According to multiple reports, a massive fire broke out in a multi story home at Atlantic Avenue just before 7 PM local time. The fire destroyed two homes, damaged two others, and hospitalized two people with serious injuries. It quickly spread, with plumes of smoke emerging from the residential building’s roof.Â
Salisbury Fire: Eyewitness AccountsÂ
The fire in Salisbury, Massachusetts also attracted the attention of nearby people. One person who was on Salisbury Beach said they heard what sounded like an explosion at the time the fire broke out. And according to another local resident, he rushed toward the scene after seeing smoke.Â
Salisbury Fire: Cause of the FireÂ
An official cause of the Salisbury fire has not been shared yet. However, an official probe has been launched to determine the cause. Investigators from the Salisbury Fire Department and local police are currently actively working the scene to find out more, including the fire’s origins.Â
Salisbury Fire: Local Authorities’ ResponseÂ
Local authorities promptly launched a rescue operation to douse the fire near Salisbury Beach at Atlantic Avenue. Upon arrival, firefighters saw heavy smoke from a mile away.Â
The incident brought in mutual aid teams from 15 surrounding communities across Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire, including Hampton Fire Department. According to reports, the fire is under control now, with the crews taking roughly two hours to bring the heavy blaze under control. Two buildings sustained severe fire damage, two had moderate damage, and five families were displaced. The crews also successfully rescued a dog & a cat from the burning home. Â
These are the developments of the fire so far. Further details are awaited.Â
