One dead, three injured including firefighter after fire in Middleborough

MIDDLEBOROUGH, MASS. — One person is dead, and two people were injured after a large fire in Middleborough.

According to officials, the Middleborough Fire Department received 911 calls around 9:51 a.m. for a report of a structure fire at 172 Ashley Lane.

On arrival, crews encountered heavy smoke and flames coming from the first and second floors of the condo building, at both the front and rear.

The fire had also extended to the adjacent condo units.

The two individuals who were injured suffered minor injuries, according to the Massachusetts State Fire Marshal’s office.

A firefighter was transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Four units sustained significant damages, and residents are being assisted by the American Red Cross.

The origin and cause of the fire is under investigation by Middleborough Police, state police, and the Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office

Crews continue to remain on scene to monitor hot spots.

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

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