HOLYOKE — One person is dead and two firefighters are injured after a kitchen fire started in a home in Holyoke.
Crews responded to the deadly house fire in the area of 19 Donlee Street in Holyoke Friday afternoon at about 1:20 p.m., according to the State Fire Marshal.
Upon arrival firefighters heavy fire from by high winds at the front of the two-story single-family home.
Firefighters entered the home and battled the flames for about 30 minutes before locating one older adult deceased inside.
Two firefighters suffered injuries that were not life-threatening.
Initial investigation shows that the fire began on the left side of the gas range in the kitchen and grew from that point.
“This is a sad time for the victim’s loved ones and our community,” said Chief Kadlewicz. “I want to offer the family our heartfelt condolences on behalf of the Holyoke Fire Department. Because many families may be sharing meals together this Easter weekend, I also want to remind everyone to stay safe in the kitchen. Stand by your pan when cooking on the stovetop, keep food packaging and other flammable items away from hot surfaces, and never try to move a burning pan or douse it with water. Instead, cover it with a lid or cookie sheet to smother the flames.”
“Cooking is the leading cause of fires at home in Massachusetts,” said State Fire Marshal Ostroskey. “More than 10,000 fires each year start with cooking, and the results can be devastating. Please use caution in the kitchen.”
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.
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