A devastating fire tore through the Gabriel House assisted living facility in Fall River, Massachusetts, killing nine people and hospitalizing over 30. The blaze broke out Sunday night, prompting a chaotic response from firefighters and police. First responders described the scene as “tricky and chaotic” as they rescued residents, many of whom were immobile. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Gabriel House, home to around 70 residents, has served the community since 1999. One person remains in critical condition as officials work to determine what sparked the deadly incident.
