Firefighters in Quincy, Massachusetts, responded to a house fire on Tuesday afternoon in a split-level home. The fire, which started around 3:30 p.m., involved hoarding conditions with clothing piled "about chest high" in the basement, according to Boston 25 News.
A second alarm was issued due to heavy clutter that obstructed firefighters' movement. The fire was discovered in the basement, and crews were able to limit the damage to the basement and first floor of the duplex, as stated by WCVB.
A fire in Quincy, Massachusetts, caused significant damage to a home, but no injuries were reported. Nine people and a dog evacuated safely before firefighters arrived. The cause of the fire is under investigation, and quick action by firefighters prevented further damage, as reported by WCVB.
