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Investigation underway after 1 person killed in New Hampshire fire

HOOKSETT, N.H. — One person was killed after a fire broke out late Tuesday night in a mobile home in Hooksett, New Hampshire, according to emergency officials.

The Hooksett Fire Department responded to 1 Skyline Avenue just after 11:30 p.m., after getting a report of smoke coming from the home.

Upon arrival, firefighters made swift entry into the home after they said there was a report of an individual still inside. Crews were able to rescue the person who was unconscious.

The person was taken to a nearby hospital, where they were pronounced dead, according to fire officials.

Officials have not yet identified the person who died, and an autopsy has been set for Wednesday. An investigation into the fire itself is ongoing.

Anyone with information about what happened is asked to get in touch with the New Hampshire State Fire Marshal’s Office at (603) 223-4289 or by email at fmo@dos.nh.gov.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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