Massachusetts

Fire reported at hotel in Braintree, guests evacuated

A firefighter suffered minor burns battling the blaze

Firefighters responded to a reported fire at a hotel in Braintree, Massachusetts, on Monday morning.

The fire was reported shortly before 10 a.m. at the Hyatt Place Boston/Braintree on Forbes Road. Fire officials told The Boston Globe that the fire was contained to a pool and recreational area on the first floor and that guests had to be evacuated.

Fire crews from multiple area communities were reportedly called to the scene. The fire was knocked down within about 20 minutes.

Braintree fire confirmed that they were at the scene, but no further details were immediately available.

Aerial images showed at least one fire engine and two police cruisers outside, but no flames or smoke showing.

Fire officials told the Globe that one firefighter suffered burns battling the blaze, but was able to return to work.

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