Two residential fires in Dorchester overnight displaced multiple families, including one blaze that was reportedly sparked by a lightning strike during storm activity.
The first fire broke out on Erie Street at approximately 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, according to Boston Fire Department updates on social media. Firefighters extinguished the blaze after it was reportedly caused by a lightning strike. Two residents and four dogs were displaced. No injuries were reported.
Hours later, at about 2:25 a.m. on Wednesday, firefighters responded to a second fire on Banton Street in a three-family home. Crews contained the fire to the second floor of the building.
Two residents were transported by Boston EMS to a hospital for evaluation and treatment. Five residents were displaced. The Boston Fire Department’s Fire Investigation Unit remained on scene to determine the cause.
