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An apartment building with over 50 units located at 1980 Commonwealth Avenue in Boston caught fire in the morning of Wednesday, May 31, displacing 71 residents, according to the Boston Fire Department.
One firefighter sustained minor injuries in the battle.
All firefighter companies were dispatched to the scene of the blaze, which quickly escalated to three alarms.
Multiple ground and aerial ladders were used to attack the blaze.
Boston Fire DepartmentFirefighters knocked on every door to evacuate the residents, some of whom had already escaped.
Several pets were rescued, including Rascal the cat, the Boston Fire Department said.
All Boston Department companies were dispatched to attack the fire.
Boston Fire DepartmentMultiple ground ladders and aerial ladders were used to attack the blaze, which was extinguished by 10:20 a.m., according to a Boston Fire Department Tweet.
EMS, MBTA, Neighborhood Assistance, and the Red Cross were on scene to support resident rehabilitation.
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