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Early-Morning Taunton Apartment Fire Prompts Rescues as Crews Battle Active Blaze

The Red Cross is assisting residents displaced by the Hopkins Road fire.

Overview

  • Firefighters rescued several people early Tuesday, according to resident Mark Messier.
  • Crews remain on scene with heavy smoke visible and building alarms sounding, an on-scene reporter said.
  • Firefighters were observed opening the roof to help suppress the blaze.
  • At least four fire trucks responded as numerous firefighters worked across the complex.
  • Extensive damage was reported at the Hopkins Road apartment building, with official counts and the cause not yet confirmed.