BRIDGEWATER — Members of the Bridgewater Fire Department responded to a residential fire early this morning.
On Friday morning at approximately 7 a.m., the Bridgewater Fire Department responded to a call reporting a fire in the attic at 596 Main St.
Upon arrival, firefighters observed heavy smoke coming from the attic of the 2.5-story wood frame home when they arrived on scene. Firefighters worked to extinguish the fire, which had extended through the first and second floors on one side of the structure.
The residence was built around 1900 with what is known as a “Balloon Frame.” As a result, the fire was able to easily spread between walls and at an accelerated pace. Firefighters completed extensive overhaul and the scene was cleared at 9:15 a.m.
Two residents were home at the time of the fire, but were able to exit safely prior to firefighters’ arrival. Firefighters were notified upon their arrival that two cats were in the home, and were able to bring them outside to safety. No injuries were reported.
The home sustained extensive smoke and water damage and four residents are currently displaced.
The East Bridgewater and West Bridgewater Fire Departments provided mutual aid at the scene. The East Bridgewater Fire Department also provided station coverage.
The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Bridgewater Fire Department.
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