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By The Advocate
On Friday, October 3, 2025, Malden firefighters responded to a three-alarm fire at a multifamily residence at 88 Fairmont St. While no serious civilian injuries were reported, one firefighter was hospitalized with minor injuries, likely from smoke inhalation. The three-story building sustained heavy damage, displacing multiple residents.
Malden Firefighters were dispatched at around 4:19 p.m. to 88 Fairmont St. Upon arrival, crews found heavy fire on all three floors of the triple-decker home. Due to the deteriorating conditions, firefighters initially shifted to a defensive, exterior-only operation before reentering the building. The fire extended to a neighboring home, causing minor roof damage, before it was extinguished. Assistant Fire Chief Leonard Dunn noted that homes in the area are only a few feet apart, making it difficult to prevent the fire from spreading.
Multiple mutual aid departments assisted in battling the fire. The Lynn Salvation Army provided support to the displaced residents. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
