Man pulled from MA house fire expected to survive, woman tragically dies

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One woman has tragically died after a fire broke out in a multi-family dwelling in Wakefield, Massachusetts. The Wakefield Fire Department responded to reports of an explosion at the residence and found heavy smoke and fire coming from the third floor. Firefighters rescued two residents from the third floor, with one man suffering serious injuries and the other, a woman, later succumbing to her injuries at Massachusetts General Hospital. The cause of the fire is believed to be accidental, possibly related to smoking materials and home oxygen equipment found in the area where the fire started. Witnesses and first responders reported hearing smoke alarms going off. The blaze was brought under control with the help of neighboring fire departments. Displaced residents are receiving assistance from The Red Cross and the Wakefield Office of Emergency Management. The community is mourning the loss of the woman and Fire Chief Michael Sullivan expressed condolences to her family. Despite the efforts of first responders, neighbors, and bystanders who tried to help, the outcome was a tragic one. The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of smoking near home oxygen equipment and the importance of having functioning smoke alarms.

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