Spencer, MA (February 25, 2026) – Six people were hurt Monday afternoon, February 23, after a house fire broke out on May Street in Spencer. Firefighters were dispatched to the scene around 3:15 p.m. after reports of a blaze at a two-and-a-half-story, wood-framed home.
When crews arrived, flames and heavy smoke were pouring from the residence. Emergency units worked to control the fire and assist those inside. Six people were removed from the home and taken to hospitals with various injuries, according to officials.
A firefighter was also injured while battling the blaze. The extent of injuries for both residents and the firefighter was not detailed. Crews from surrounding towns assisted at the scene as suppression efforts continued.
Officials later confirmed that several pets were killed in the fire. No information was released about how the fire started or the condition of the structure following the incident.
The incident remains under review by authorities.
We are keeping those hurt, including the injured firefighter, in our thoughts as they recover.
What Is Often Reviewed After Residential House Fires
After a residential fire, responders and investigators often focus on how quickly the fire spread and which areas of the home were affected first. Construction type and the age of the structure can influence fire behavior.
Smoke inhalation is a common cause of injury in house fires, even when flames are limited to part of a building. Visibility and air quality inside the home can worsen rapidly.
Injuries to firefighters may occur during interior operations or while managing unstable conditions. Safety checks are commonly performed after crews exit the structure.
Information about pets is sometimes released later, as searches continue once conditions are safe. Additional details may emerge as scene reviews are completed.
