Fire Department responds to three-alarm fire on Mallard Drive

On May 9, 2024, at 10:47 pm Sharon Police Department received a 911 call from a resident of the above address reporting a fire in the home. Upon further discussion with the dispatcher, there was some conflicting information about the extent of the fire.

Upon arrival, the lieutenant of Engine 92 reported smoke showing from the rear of the house and requested a working fire assignment. Crews entered the home and found a light smoke condition throughout the house. Upon further investigation, the shift commander reported a fire in the attic and struck a second alarm.

Chief Madden arrived on scene and reported heavy fire through the roof and ordered the evacuation of all interior personnel. Crews transitioned to defensive operations and had multiple master streams and handlines extinguishing the fire. When the bulk of the heavy fire was knocked down, crews reentered the structure to continue with extinguishment.

A third alarm was stuck for additional assistance due to extensive overhaul and areas of fire throughout the residence. The State Fire Marshal’s Office along with Sharon Police Department were notified for the fire investigation.

On May 10 at 01:54 am the fire was deemed under control. Mutual aid assistance on scene was from Stoughton, Canton, Foxborough, Norwood, Walpole, Mansfield, Easton, and Norfolk Fire Departments. Mansfield Emergency Management Agency also provided assistance on scene. Westwood and Plainville Fire Departments covered the station.

There were no reported injuries to the residents or firefighters. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the State Police Fire Investigation Unit.