MARLBOROUGH – The Marlborough Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire at 29 Belmore Place at 7:33 a.m. on Sept. 5.
The fire was reported by a neighbor across the street. The residents had left to bring their children to school when the fire was reported.
Engines 1, 2, 3 Truck 1, Rescue 1, Car 5 and Car 3 responded, along with K-1 (the fire inspector).
The first due engine company Engine 3 reported heavy fire coming from the garage and extending to the second floor. A rapid-fire attack was initiated with all companies working. The fire was extinguished and extensive overhaul operations began, opening up the walls and ceiling to search for fire extension into the walls and ceilings.
“The firefighters of Group 4 did one hell of a job knocking down the fire and saving the rest of the house,” Assistant Chief Jeff Emanuelson said.
The home’s condition was being evaluated by the City’s Building Department.
Southborough Fire was dispatched to the working fire and provided the Rapid Intervention Team. Hudson and Northborough Fire Departments provided coverage for Marlborough’s stations.
Damage to the structure is estimated at over $100,000. One of the family’s cars that was parked outside of the garage was damaged by the heat of the fire.
The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Marlborough Fire Department’s Fire Investigations Unit.
