THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, April 11, 2025 Page 7 BLAZE | FROM PAGE 1 by Malden firefighters, who placed the victim on a stretcher, and over a dozen others fled the burning three-family home or were led out of the home by firefighters when they arrived, minutes after the fire was reported, according to initial reports. Malden Fire officials were not available at press time to confirm the details of the rescue or to discuss the cause of the fire, which began shortly after 6:00 a.m. Malden Fire Chief Steve Froio was at the scene from the start of the firefighting and throughout the morning, but he and his command staff were unavailable for comment due to the active operations yesterday morning. Huge, shooting flames could be seen from the top of the burning three-decker right after the start of the blaze, accordLawn and Yard CareUSA It’s Time For SPRING CLEANOUTS Cutting, Weeding, Mulching, Trimming, Brushes, Shrubs & More! 781-521-9927 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut Street Ladder trucks pour water with hoses on the fire. (Advocate Photo) We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! Firefighters on the scene battling the five-alarm blaze (Courtesy Photo) ing to an online report and video. There were no immediate reports of injuries at the fire scene, at 8 Albion St., to either residents of the three-family home or any fire personnel battling the blaze. Seen at the scene were apparatus from Everett, Revere, Somerville, Medford and other communities. The location of the fire, adjacent to Salem Street and one street away from Malden High School, basically caused gridlock – traffic-wise – for the city for several hours Thursday morning as firefighters battled the blaze. Salem Street is the main bus route lifeline of the city of Malden from the two main population hubs on the east and west sides and many of the nearly 2,000 students at Malden High School. According to reports, well over half of the MHS students arrive at school by bus or are Malden firefighters can be seen battling the blaze in a third floor bedroom. (Advocate Photo) Firefighters across the street are vigilant as their colleagues battle the blaze. (Advocate Photo) PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE 12-7 p.m. Sunday Monday Tuesday $10.00 Price includes Roller Skates Rollerblades/inline skates $3.00 additional cost Private Parties 7:30-11 p.m. Wednesday Thursday Friday Coordinating fire operations at the scene are Malden Fire Chief Steve Froio and his leadership team. (Advocate Photo) dropped off by caregivers, making the usual 77 Salem St. entrance inaccessible since Salem Street was completely blocked off on both ends. An alternate bus route was quickly adjusted through Malden Firefighters work together keeping the blaze under control. (Advocate Photo) Police and the MBTA to assist in getting students to school. Malden Police assisted with blocking off streets while Cataldo Ambulance had multiple units on scene and the American Red Cross had a unit on scene to assist any displaced residents. Saturday $11.00 Price includes Roller Skates 18+ Adults Only After 7 PM - ID Required Private Parties Private Parties 4-8 p.m. $10.00 8:30-11 p.m. $11. 18+ Adults Only After 7 PM - ID Required 12-9 p.m. $10.00 Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Sorry No Checks - ATM on site Roller skate rentals included in all prices Inline Skate Rentals $3.00 additional BIRTHDAY & PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE www.roller-world.com Call LAWNS Cut From $25
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