"Fire officials explained that the flames spread quickly due to high winds, dry conditions, and close proximity between the homes."
"The Salvation Army, located on Appleton Street, provided dinner for first responders who battled the blaze Tuesday. They also offered food and toiletries for residents Wednesday afternoon and will provide clothing vouchers Friday morning for the Salvation Army store in Saugus, according to city officials."
"Project Kompass, also located on Appleton Street, will again provide food, clothing, toiletries, and essential items Friday after doing so Wednesday. They also set up a live donation page for people who want to help but can't provide specific items. As of Thursday night, it has raised more than $12,000."
"Community Teamwork, Inc. and Lowell Public Schools, both located on Merrimack Street, are providing emergency housing support, school resources, and other related services, city officials said. The American Red Cross also offers disaster relief support at 1-800-564-1234 and at RedCross.org."
Fire officials said flames spread quickly because of high winds, dry conditions, and close proximity between homes. The fire struck the Centralville neighborhood Tuesday, starting shortly before 3 p.m. at a four-family home on Bridge Street. Burning embers spread across multiple homes, reaching Wachusett Street and May Street, requiring crews to fight several fires at once. Firefighters from surrounding communities assisted. Two firefighters were hospitalized for heat exhaustion and smoke inhalation. Local nonprofits and city officials coordinated help for victims, including basic needs, emergency housing, food, toiletries, clothing vouchers, essential items, and disaster relief resources. The American Red Cross provided support via phone and its website.
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