North Reading Fire Chief Donald Stats, North Reading Police Chief Michael P. Murphy, and State Fire Marshal Peter J. Ostroskey said the cause of the December 8, 2020 fire at 30 Lowell Road in North Reading was the improper use or disposal of smoking materials. Three people were rescued from the single-family home. Damage is estimated at $50,000.
AUDIO: Off-Duty North Reading Police Officer Helps Three Residents to Safety During Early Morning House Fire
Fire Chief Don Stats and Police Chief Michael Murphy report that an off-duty North Reading Police sergeant assisted three residents to safety after alerting them to a fire at their home early this morning.