A significant fire broke out at the Gabriel House assisted living facility late Sunday night in Fall River. Fire crews responded around 10 p.m. with reports of heavy fire and multiple rescues. By 10:40 p.m., the fire was under control, though a mass casualty incident (MCI) was declared due to the overwhelming number of patients. Numerous ambulances responded to the scene, and neighboring fire departments provided assistance. The facility, established in 1999, operates with 100 units serving the community.
A large fire broke out at the Gabriel House assisted living facility in Fall River, causing heavy damage and leading to multiple rescues. Crews reported the fire under control by 10:40 p.m.
An 'MCI' was declared, indicating a mass casualty incident that overwhelmed local healthcare providers, with dozens of ambulances on standby to assist.
Fire departments from Somerset, Swansea, and Portsmouth responded to assist Fall River firefighters in controlling the fire, which erupted late Sunday night.
The Gabriel House has 100 units and has been operational since 1999, with a large emergency response underway from local and neighboring fire departments.
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