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Seven-alarm fire strikes East Boston duplex building

Firefighters prepared for the possible collapse of the three-story duplex on Chelsea Street, but no injuries were reported.

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A seven-alarm fire raged in a three-story dwelling on Chelsea Street in East Boston Sunday afternoon.

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The roof fell, officials said, and firefighters prepared for the building's possible collapse.

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A building next door was damaged by the flames.

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Residents were evacuated from the building, which houses six families.

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The fire began around 2 p.m. More than 140 firefighters were on the scene at about 3:30 p.m.

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Scores of onlookers were standing on the sidewalk on Chelsea Street as firefighters battled the blaze.

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A representative from Mayor Menino’s office (not shown) said the city will provide assistance to displaced families.

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