Massachusetts Assisted Living Fire Kills 9, Injures 30 in Fall River Tragedy

Tragedy struck Fall River, Massachusetts, as a massive fire tore through the Gabriel House assisted living facility on Sunday night. Nine people lost their lives, and at least 30 others were injured in the blaze, which saw residents—many elderly and disabled—hanging out of windows, begging for rescue. Firefighters, including 30 off-duty responders, and brave local police rushed into the smoke-filled building, saving dozens. As families mourn and the community reels, the cause of the fire remains under investigation.