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Chicopee Fire responded to the fire at 759 Chicopee Street just after noon on Saturday, Dec. 24, Chicopee Fire Chief Dan Stamborski and State Fire Marshal Peter Ostroskey report. Upon arrival, firefighters learned that one person was still inside the multi-family home.
Crews made their way into the building and rescued the person, who was seriously injured. They were immediately taken to an area hospital for treatment, officials said.
According to a GoFundMe organized by a member of the family displaced, that person was their 5-year-old nephew who remains in critical condition at Bay State Medical Center in Springfield.
"We lost almost everything and we don’t know when we will be able to find new homes for all 15 of us including handicapped elderly," the GoFundMe reads. "So my family and I are asking for any little bit of help even if all you have."
Meanwhile, another person and a firefighter were taken to local hospitals with less serious injuries, officials added. A cat was also rescued from the home.
“Our hearts go out to the families affected by today’s fire,” said Chief Stamborski. “They’ve lost their home, and their lives have been upended at what should have been a time for joy.”
The fire caused significant damage to the three-story home. The Red Cross was helping those who were displaced, officials said.
The origin and cause of the fire are under investigation. People interested in donating to the family can do so by clicking here.
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