Overview
- The blaze began around 1:30 p.m. in a multifamily residence on Wilmore Street just off Blue Hill Avenue.
- Boston Fire reported flames on the second and third floors of the structure.
- Thick black smoke was visible as the fire vented through the roof.
- By about 2:15 p.m., firefighters had knocked down the heavy fire and were chasing hot spots in the eaves.
- Officials had no immediate information on injuries or whether anyone was home at the time.