'Devoted' married couple for over 30 years killed in Worcester house fire – Boston 25 News

Firefighters found thick, heavy smoke coming from the home and people still inside, according to Deputy Fire Chief Adam Roche.

“This particular fire was so advanced when we arrived that it proved very difficult for residents to escape,” Roche said.

Neighbors told Boston 25 the fire tore through the home in just a few minutes.

“The way the fire came out the side of the building, that’s why it burned like that.” I’ve never seen a fire go out like a roar, like fan out,” Koastasis said.

“There was a bunch of smoke coming out and people were rushing everywhere, firefighters everywhere,” Ksenia List said.

Crews quickly entered to search for residents and found the married couple on the first floor.

Candelario and Gonzalez were transported to a local hospital but succumbed to their injuries.

By Wednesday afternoon, a small memorial had been erected for the beloved neighbors.

“They are always outside with the dogs and every time I pass by, everyone is nice,” a neighbor told Boston 25.

Two firefighters were also transported to a local hospital for evaluation.

Four adults and three children were displaced and the cause of the fire remains under investigation.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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