Six-Alarm Fire in East Boston Leaves One Dead, Several Hospitalized

The early morning blaze spread to adjacent buildings, displacing residents and causing significant damage.

A six-alarm fire in East Boston early Tuesday morning resulted in one fatality and at least seven hospitalizations, including a child and a firefighter.
The fire began around 5 a.m. in a multi-family home on Meridian Street and spread to two adjacent buildings, causing significant damage.
More than 130 firefighters battled the blaze, which displaced about 30 residents and caused an estimated $5 million in damage.
The identity of the deceased has not been released, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu expressed deep condolences and emphasized the city's commitment to supporting the displaced and injured.