BOSTON — Dozens of residents were forced out of their homes and firefighters had to rescue several pets after a fire broke out at an apartment building in Boston on Wednesday morning, officials said.
Crews responding to a report of a fire at 1980 Commonwealth Avenue around 9:30 a.m. rushed into the building and started knocking on doors to alert residents to the blaze, according to the Boston Fire Department.
A total of 78 residents were evacuated from 58 units and they are now displaced.
The fire has since been knocked down, but the building will require a thorough inspection before people are allowed back inside, officials said.
One firefighter suffered minor injuries. No other injuries were reported.
An investigation remains ongoing.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.
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