Marlborough Man Dies in Early Morning House Fire

A fatal house fire occurred early Monday morning at 11 Hanlon Drive in Marlborough, Massachusetts, claiming the life of a man who was rescued unconscious from the burning home but later died at the hospital. Firefighters responded to heavy flames venting through the roof and found the man on the bathroom floor; they carried him out through a bedroom window before the roof and part of the walls collapsed. The fire is believed to have originated in the upstairs living area, though the exact cause remains under investigation by multiple agencies including the State Fire Marshal’s Office and local departments. Marlborough Fire Chief Kevin Breen praised the heroic efforts of the firefighters involved and urged residents to ensure their smoke alarms are functional. Multiple fire departments, including Southborough, Hudson, and Northborough, assisted in the response and station coverage. This incident marks the 10th fatal fire in Massachusetts this year, with most victims being older adults.