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Death toll revised to 9 in devastating Massachusetts assisted living facility fire

Nine people have died after a Massachusetts assisted living facility caught fire Sunday night. The death toll was revised after an error from the district attorney’s office on Friday. Elderly residents rushed to their windows to scream and beg for help as smoke filled the hallways.

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Tenth resident dies after Fall River, Massachusetts assisted living home fire

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Gov. Healey unveils safety measures for assisted living facilities after Fall River fire

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10th Person Dies From Massachusetts Assisted-Living Fire

A 10th victim has died from the fire that ripped through a Massachusetts assisted-living facility earlier this week, officials said Thursday.

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Mutual aid covered Fall River fire stations, but not the Gabriel House fire — here's why

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10th victim dies from fire at Fall River assisted living facility

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Fall River mayor meets with firefighters about funds for adding staff

Fall River Mayor Paul Coogan leaves his office with firefighters to talk with the media at Government Center Wednesday, July 16, 2025.

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10th Gabriel House fire victim still alive, DA incorrectly reported death

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How long will the fire investigation at Gabriel House take? Investigations explained

Tenth victim of the Gabriel House in Fall River assisted living fire has not died

The Bristol County DA reported the update Friday saying, "it was due to a miscommunication with a medical agency."

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10th Reported Victim of Assisted Living Facility Fire Is Still Alive, District Attorney’s Office Says

The Bristol County District Attorney's Office said that a "miscommunication" led them to previously report that Brenda Cropper, 66, had died, when in fact she is still alive and in critical condition.

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Healey announces new safety measures at assisted living homes in wake of Fall River tragedy

Governor Maura Healey announced new safety measures at assisted living homes that will be launched on Monday following the deadly fire in Fall River.

Deadly fire prompts scrutiny of assisted living homes that serve lower income adults

More than 75 percent of Gabriel House residents are enrolled in Medicaid, state officials have said, and it charges significantly less than a typical assisted living facility does for private-paying patients.

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Fatal blaze at assisted-living center raises questions on safety and firefighter staffing

Questions and finger-pointing have increased in the days since a fire at a Massachusetts assisted-living facility killed nine and hurt dozens.

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