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Fall River Assisted Living Fire Claims 9 Lives, Investigation Underway

Fall River Assisted Living Fire Claims 9 Lives, Investigation Underway

Fall River Assisted Living Fire Claims 9 Lives, Investigation Underway A devastating five-alarm fire at the Gabriel House Assisted Living Facility in Fall River has claimed the lives of nine residents, with at least 30 others injured. The tragic blaze, which erupted late Sunday night, July 13th, has sent shockwaves through the community as authorities continue to investigate its cause and circumstances. City officials confirmed the fatalities, identifying victims ranging in age from 61 to 86. Many residents were trapped…

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Fatal Fall River Assisted Living Fire Claims 9 Lives, Investigation Continues

Fatal Fall River Assisted Living Fire Claims 9 Lives, Investigation Continues

Fatal Fall River Assisted Living Fire Claims 9 Lives, Investigation Continues FALL RIVER, Mass. — Nine individuals have been confirmed dead and over 30 others injured following a devastating fire that erupted Sunday night at an assisted living facility in Fall River. Officials, including Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quin III, identified seven of the victims on Monday as Rui Albernaz, 64; Ronald Codega, 61; Margaret Duddy, 69; Robert King, 78; Kim Mackin, 71; Richard Rochon, 78; and Eleanor…

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Nine Confirmed Dead in Devastating Fall River Assisted Living Facility Fire as Investigations Begin

Nine Confirmed Dead in Devastating Fall River Assisted Living Facility Fire as Investigations Begin

Nine Confirmed Dead in Devastating Fall River Assisted Living Facility Fire as Investigations Begin A catastrophic five-alarm fire that erupted late Sunday night at the Gabriel House Assisted Living Facility in Fall River has claimed the lives of at least nine individuals, with dozens more sustaining injuries. Authorities, including the District Attorney’s office, have begun identifying victims as the community grapples with the tragedy. Residents described a chaotic and harrowing escape from the blaze, which quickly engulfed the facility. Bishop…

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Fall River Tragedy: Firefighters Union Alleges Staffing Shortages Contributed to Nine Deaths in Assisted Living Blaze

Fall River Tragedy: Firefighters Union Alleges Staffing Shortages Contributed to Nine Deaths in Assisted Living Blaze

Fall River Tragedy: Firefighters Union Alleges Staffing Shortages Contributed to Nine Deaths in Assisted Living Blaze Just days after a devastating fire at the Gabriel House Assisted Living Facility in Fall River claimed nine lives and injured over 30, the firefighters union has issued a stark statement, asserting that low staffing levels significantly hampered the emergency response and potentially led to more fatalities. The inferno, which erupted Sunday night, saw residents describing a chaotic scene and harrowing escapes as the…

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Nine Dead, Dozens Injured in Devastating Fall River Assisted Living Fire; Investigation Ongoing

Nine Dead, Dozens Injured in Devastating Fall River Assisted Living Fire; Investigation Ongoing

Nine Dead, Dozens Injured in Devastating Fall River Assisted Living Fire; Investigation Ongoing Fall River, MA – Nine individuals have been confirmed dead and over 30 others hospitalized after a devastating fire ripped through an assisted living facility in Fall River on Sunday night. Officials are calling the incident at Gabriel House on Oliver Street an “unspeakable tragedy,” as the community grapples with the immense loss. Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quin III identified seven of the nine victims…

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Deadly Fire Claims Nine Lives, Injures Dozens at Fall River Assisted Living Facility

Deadly Fire Claims Nine Lives, Injures Dozens at Fall River Assisted Living Facility

Deadly Fire Claims Nine Lives, Injures Dozens at Fall River Assisted Living Facility A devastating five-alarm fire at the Gabriel House assisted-living facility in Fall River, Massachusetts, has resulted in the deaths of nine people and left dozens injured. The blaze, which erupted Sunday night, saw a massive response from fire crews and emergency services, as confirmed by officials on Monday, July 14, 2025. Fall River Fire Chief Jeffrey Bacon reported that approximately 50 firefighters, including off-duty personnel, descended on…

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