2 men killed in Chelmsford house fire, officials say

"This is a very sad day for our community and especially for the two families who lost loved ones,"

"On behalf of the Chelmsford Fire Department, I want to extend our heartfelt condolences."

"Investigators found no working smoke alarms at the scene,"

"We can't stress enough how important smoke alarms are to surviving a fire at home - especially when we're sleeping. Please take a few minutes today to be sure you and your loved ones are protected."

An early-morning fire at 53 Mobile Ave. in Chelmsford killed two men in their 50s after a neighbor reported the blaze at about 4:40 a.m. Firefighters who entered the building to battle the fire found the two men, and both were declared dead at the scene. The Chelmsford fire and police departments and State Police are investigating, and officials say the fire does not appear to have been suspicious. Investigators found no working smoke alarms at the scene. State Fire Marshal Davine urged residents to ensure working smoke alarms, emphasizing their importance for surviving home fires, especially when sleeping.

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