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Eleven temporarily displaced after New Bedford fire

A fire in New Bedford led to the temporary displacement of eleven people, according to the city’s fire chief.

 

According to the New Bedford Fire Department, firefighters responded to a fire in a three-story home on Adams St. at 7:30 p.m.

 

The fire reportedly broke out in a second-story bedroom. Fire crews were able to knock down the flames within minutes.

 

According to New Bedford Fire Chief Brian Medeiros, crews were able to contain the fire to the room it broke out in, minimizing damage to the building. Medeiros said the building will be able to be reoccupied soon.

 

No one was hurt in the fire. A cat, dog and bird were reportedly rescued.

 

The fire’s cause is under investigation.

 

See more at wpri.com.

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