Fatal fire in Massena claims the lives of six people
MASSENA, N.Y (WWTI) – A Monday night fire in St. Lawrence County has claimed the lives of six people.
According to the Watertown Daily Times, three children and three adults perished in the fire. One of the adults passed away at Massena Hospital.
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Around 10 p.m. Monday, January 27, fire crews responded to 6 Chase Street in the village of Massena. Upon arriving at the scene, fire crews encountered heavy smoke and fully involved fire that was spreading rapidly throughout the structure.
According to the Massena Volunteer Fire Department, an initial attack was conducted while crews performed a primary search of the structure. Multiple victims were located, rescued and transported to area hospitals.
Sadly, several residents perished in the fire. Details related to victims will not be released pending identification and notification of family. Our hearts go out to all those affected by this tragedy.
Massena Fire Chief Thomas Miller
A post on the Massena Central School District's Facebook page, the district offered assistance in the grieving process for students, families and staff. The school was closed on Tuesday due to inclement weather. There was no school on Wednesday due to the observance of Lunar New Year.
'I had hoped that we would have remained open (Tuesday), to provide students and staff with the opportunity to have grief counseling,' Massena Central School District Superintendent Ronald Burke said, 'Unfortunately, there was enough doubt about the road conditions which ultimately led to the decision to close.'
The school will open on a two-hour delay on Thursday for students only. Faculty and staff should report at the regular time according to the district.
A number of crews 'worked diligently and tirelessly to bring the fire under control.' Fire personnel were on scene until Tuesday morning trying to contain the blaze and helping with search and recovery efforts.
The St. Lawrence County Fire Investigation Team and New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the fire.
Crews from Massena Rescue Squad, Potsdam Rescue Squad, Massena Police Department, New York State Police, St. Lawrence County Sheriff's Office, St. Lawrence County Coroner along fire departments from Louisville, Norfolk and Hogansburg–Akwesasne assisted the Massena fire department at the scene.
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