Fire chars single-family home in Whitman (opens original article in a new tab)

A two-alarm fire charred a single-family home in Whitman, Massachusetts, early Wednesday. Four residents evacuated safely due to working smoke detectors, and no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

• Fire extended to first, second floors, and attic
• Four residents evacuated safely with working smoke detectors
• No injuries reported, house sustained significant damage
• Red Cross assisting displaced residents