Two Firefighters Seriously Hurt in Fire on Park St in Somerville, MA

Somerville, MA (September 24, 2026) – Two firefighters suffered serious injuries while battling a three-alarm fire on Park Street in Somerville on Thursday morning, September 24. 

Firefighters were called to the property shortly after 6:30 a.m. Crews found heavy fire conditions that began in the basement and spread through all three floors of the vacant home. The fire later burned through the roof, which collapsed and forced firefighters to leave the building because of unsafe conditions.

They continued working from outside with assistance from crews in Cambridge, Boston, Chelsea, and Medford. Two firefighters suffered serious hand injuries and were taken to the hospital, while a third firefighter injured an ankle.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Somerville Fire Department.

We hope all three injured people make full recoveries.

What Legal Options Do Injured Firefighters Have After a Fire in Massachusetts?

Injured firefighters in Massachusetts may have access to paid injured-on-duty leave, medical benefits, disability-related benefits, or a claim against another party whose actions contributed to the injury. The options available depend on how the injury happened and the firefighter’s employment status.

When a municipal firefighter cannot work because of an injury sustained in the line of duty, Massachusetts law may allow continued pay while the firefighter remains unable to return to work. Eligibility depends on the circumstances and the requirements that apply to the department.

A separate claim may also be possible when someone outside the fire department contributed to the injury. Unsafe property conditions, defective equipment, poor maintenance, or another person’s negligence may create additional legal options.

After a serious fire injury, department reports, medical records, photographs, equipment records, and written accounts can help document what happened. Keeping these materials organized may also help if questions later arise about benefits or responsibility.

In some cases, compensation recovered from another party can affect benefits already paid after an on-duty injury. Massachusetts law includes rules addressing how certain payments may be repaid or credited when another claim succeeds.

If questions come up about benefits or who may be responsible, a personal injury lawyer in Massachusetts can determine whether injured-on-duty benefits, a separate injury claim, or another form of recovery may apply. An attorney can also examine the records and address disputes involving responsibility or available benefits.

At Fiorentino Legal, P.C., we help injured people across Massachusetts understand the legal and insurance issues that can follow a serious fire. We look closely at each situation and explain the options that may be available.

If you were injured while working as a firefighter in Somerville, you may have questions about medical expenses, lost income, and whether another party may be responsible. Call Fiorentino Legal, P.C. at (617) 990-2568 to discuss what happened and learn how we can help.

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