A Boston building on Ellingwood Street went up in flames Friday evening, sending thick smoke over the block and leaving parts of the structure blackened with a gaping hole torn into one side. Dozens of first responders swarmed the street as crews worked to knock down the blaze. As of Friday night, officials had not released information about what sparked the fire or whether anyone was hurt.
What Happened
According to WHDH, Sky 7 HD flew over the scene on Ellingwood Street and captured aerial footage of scorched siding and visible structural damage. The station reported that “dozens of first responders” were on the ground as the fire response unfolded and noted that no additional details were immediately available while the situation remained under investigation.
Fire Safety Reminders
The Boston Fire Prevention Education Unit urges residents to install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors on every level of their homes, test alarms every month and regularly practice a fire escape plan with everyone in the household. The city also offers programs that provide free smoke alarms and home safety visits for seniors and other vulnerable residents.
Where This Fits In
The Ellingwood Street fire is the latest in a series of dangerous multi-unit blazes across Boston this winter. Earlier in the month, a three-alarm incident in Jamaica Plain forced evacuations, as detailed in a Jamaica Plain three-alarm blaze report.
Boston Fire investigators and local authorities are expected to release more information as on-scene work and the investigation continue. This story will be updated when officials provide additional details.
