Working Structure Fire at 123 Main Street, Norfolk County

Summary: Fire crews responded to a working structure fire at 123 Main Street in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. Upon arrival, heavy fire was observed on the first floor of a two-story wood-frame home, with smoke showing from the upper corners. Crews conducted a 360-degree assessment, confirmed the presence of a basement with no immediate safety concerns, and initiated an offensive attack. Accountability was established on the alpha side. As the incident progressed, a second alarm was requested, and additional companies, including a ladder company, were assigned to the rear of the building. Ladder 1 reported heavy fire in the attic with difficult access and limited water effectiveness, prompting evacuation of personnel from the building. The situation was actively managed by Main Street Command, with ongoing updates and coordination among responding units.