Five-Alarm Fire Engulfs Commercial Building in Wakefield, Massachusetts

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A five-alarm fire erupted at a commercial building on Foundry Street in Wakefield, Massachusetts, on Friday afternoon, sending thick black smoke across the area and drawing a large emergency response. The blaze broke out in the Foundry Street area and was elevated to a 5th-alarm fire. Wakefield police reported that the fire is "severely affecting traffic in the area". Foundry Street is shut down, Broadway is closed between North Avenue and Lake Street, and North Avenue is closed between Main Street and West Water Street. Motorists are being urged to avoid the area. Aerial video from above the fire scene shows huge plumes of black and gray smoke and heavy flames. Photos and videos shared on social media by witnesses showed towering flames and heavy smoke rising from the scene. Multiple ladder companies could be seen trying to contain the blaze. The cause of the fire remains unknown, and it is unclear whether anyone was injured. No further details have been released. Firefighters are battling the large fire in Wakefield, Massachusetts, on Friday afternoon. The fire sent thick, black smoke into the air.

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