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A fire engulfed a Massachusetts assisted-living facility, killing 9 people. Here’s what we know
Authorities, including the Massachusetts State Police, say the cause of the fire is unclear but “does not appear to be suspicious at this time,” Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn, III ...

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Fire at assisted-living facility 'was destined to kill 50-plus people,' chief says, praising 'hero' responders
Deadly Massachusetts fire highlights the minimal regulations that govern assisted-living facilities
How to help Gabriel House fire victims in Fall River: GoFundMe and donations drive places
The morning after a devastating fire at an assisted living facility on Oliver Street in Fall River, officials were mourning the dead and looking to help the survivors.

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Deadly fire prompts scrutiny of assisted living homes that serve lower income adults
After devastating Fall River fire, here's how to look up if RI nursing homes are safe
Fall River will increase firefighter staffing following tragedy at Gabriel House, city officials say
The staffing changes come days after the union said inadequate staffing hindered the response to a fire at an assisted living facility that killed 9 and injured 30 others.

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Fall River fire is a tragic illustration of elders’ vulnerability
Radio calls reveal urgent rescue efforts during deadly Fall River fire
Fall River fire fuels calls for federal assisted living legislation
A deadly fire at a Massachusetts assisted living home on Sunday highlights the need for federal legislation strengthening oversight of such facilities, according to long-term care resident
‘They’ll write books about it’: Fall River fire chief recounts Gabriel House fire
River fire chief gave a harrowing recount of the night nine people were killed in a fire at the Gabriel House.
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