Lawrence Fire Damages Building As Residents Return Home
LAWRENCE (CBS) -- A fire ripped through an apartment building on the same day residents were allowed to return home following the Merrimack Valley explosions. Firefighters responded to the Diamond Street building around 10:30 a.m.
Preliminary investigations show that the fire is unrelated to Thursday's gas fires. No word yet on the exact cause.
There is a 3 alarm fire on Diamond Street. LFD is fighting it actively. This address was not in the affected area & not connected to the gas disaster. Residents in So. Lawrence should continue to return home - be vigilant & check your home when you arrive. #MVGasFire pic.twitter.com/PnRG1X8Jz4
— Dan Rivera (@danrivera01843) September 16, 2018
According to Lawrence Fire Chief, one firefighter suffered a minor injury. There were no other reported injuries.