New Bedford and Fall River Firefighters Honored for Bravery
New Bedford and Fall River firefighters are recognized among 170 Massachusetts heroes for remarkable bravery service and dedication to protecting SouthCoast communities.
Fall River Fire Department
Gabriel House Fire Ruled Accidental
Fall River’s Gabriel House blaze, ruled accidental, may have been sparked by an oxygen fault or smoking. Investigators now probe sprinklers and safety codes.
Fall River Fire: Last Victim’s Identity Revealed
Final victim in Fall River’s Gabriel House fire named as 70-year-old Halina Lawler. Fire claimed 10 lives; DA to announce findings soon.
10th Fire Victim Now Deceased
Brenda Cropper, injured in the Gabriel House fire in Fall River, has died, bringing the tragic death toll to 10, officials confirmed.
Bodycam Footage Released of Gabriel House Rescue
Fall River police released bodycam footage from the deadly Gabriel House fire showing heroic officer actions and chaotic rescue scenes.
Tenth Victim Dies in Fall River Assisted Living Fire
A 10th victim, Brenda Copper, has died from the Gabriel House fire in Fall River. The investigation into the deadly assisted living blaze remains ongoing.
Gabriel House Fire Brought Out Best and Worst of Fall River
Gabriel House fire in Fall River becomes Massachusetts’ worst in decades, prompting blame and safety concerns.
Eighth Victim Identified in Gabriel House Fire
Eight of the nine victims now named in the Fall River Gabriel House fire; two remain in critical condition.
Safety Failures Exposed at Gabriel House
Deadly Fall River fire reveals assisted-living neglect: undertrained staff, delayed safety reports, and broken emergency plans at Gabriel House.
Devastating Fire in Fall River Raises Tough Questions
Nine dead and dozens injured in a fire at Fall River’s Gabriel House. Now, questions rise about staff response, safety violations, and under-resourced firefighters.