Fatal Fire at Gabriel House

A devastating fire erupted at Gabriel House, an assisted living facility in United States — Fall River, Massachusetts, United States — Massachusetts State Police, on Sunday night, resulting in the deaths of nine residents and injuring over 30 others, including five firefighters. The blaze, which started around 9:30 p.m. EDT, prompted a massive emergency response from the United States — Fall River, Massachusetts Fire Department and Canada — Vancouver Police Department, with officers heroically rescuing numerous trapped residents. United States — Fall River, Massachusetts Fire Chief Jeffrey Bacon and United States — Fall River, Massachusetts Mayor Paul Coogan confirmed the fatalities and the ongoing investigation into the fire's origin and cause. United States — Massachusetts State Police Governor Maura Healey offered state assistance, and the United States — Massachusetts Department of Fire Services is also involved in the investigation. The fire damage was contained to one wing, but smoke damage affected the entire building. A family notification center has been set up at St. Anne s Hospital.