A large five-alarm fire broke out on Tuesday evening in Lawrence, Massachusetts, engulfing multiple buildings including five multi-family homes. The blaze spread rapidly across several structures, forcing the displacement of up to 80 residents. Firefighters faced challenging conditions, including heat and hydrant issues, while battling the fire. Several firefighters were treated for heat exhaustion during the response. Authorities have been providing updates as crews continue efforts to control the fire. Separately, a Massachusetts State Police trooper was hospitalized following a cruiser crash in Wellesley, and firefighters from multiple towns responded to a house fire in central Massachusetts, as well as a three-alarm fire at a home in Lynn, Massachusetts.