JUST IN: A fire on Christmas Eve in Chicopee, Mass., has left a 5-year-old boy dead, officials say.
A 5-year-old boy has died of injuries suffered in a Christmas Eve fire in Chicopee, Massachusetts, the state fire marshal's office said Tuesday.
Chicopee firefighters responded to 911 calls reporting a structure fire in the 700 block of Chicopee Street shortly after noon on Dec. 24. Upon arrival, they were told that a child was still inside. Firefighters were able to enter the building and rescue the boy, but he was taken to an area hospital with serious injuries.
“On behalf of the Chicopee Fire Department, I want to express our deepest condolences to this innocent child’s family and loved ones,” Fire Chief Daniel Stamborski said in a statement. “This is a tragedy for them and for our community.” Investigators said they believe the fire started in a third-floor living room, but they have not been able to determine an exact cause.One other occupant and a firefighter are still recovering from injuries suffered in the blaze, officials said.The fire caused significant damage to the three-story, multi-family dwelling. About 15 people were displaced and are being assisted by the Red Cross.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Wallasey pub shooting: Sister says Elle Edwards was her soulmateElle Edwards, 26, was shot on Christmas Eve outside The Lighthouse pub in Wallasey.
Read more »
Bodies of 17-year-old girl and woman, 42, discovered at Hampshire propertyBodies of 17-year-old girl and woman, 42, discovered at Hampshire property 🔴 The bodies were discovered between Christmas and New Year, police said
Read more »
Woman, 39, found 'murdered' in her home on New Year's EveA murder investigation has been launched after a 39-year-old woman was found dead in her home on New Year’s Eve.
Read more »
Dame Judi Dench and Texas's Sharleen Spiteri stun hotel guests with New Year's Eve performanceThe pair were spotted belting out a rendition of Abba’s hit “Waterloo” at The Fife Arms in Braemar
Read more »
Nicola Peltz stuns fans with intimate New Year’s Eve footage starring Brooklyn BeckhamNicola Peltz stuns fans with intimate New Year’s Eve photos and video starring Brooklyn Beckham and Selena Gomez
Read more »