Photos and videos shared on social media by witnesses showed towering flames and heavy smoke rising from the scene. 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.Fire in Wakefield, Massachusetts. (Unsplash)What we know so farAccording to reports, the blaze broke out in the Foundry Street area and was elevated to a 5th-alarm fire. The cause of the fire remains unknown, and it is unclear whether anyone was injured.Viral photos and videosPhotos and videos shared on social media by witnesses showed towering flames and heavy smoke rising from the scene as firefighters battled the blaze.Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan leads the US Desk at Hindustan Times, where she writes, strategises coverage, and ensures quality across all beats. With eight years of experience covering US news for leading publications, she has reported extensively on politics, entertainment, and sports. Vaishnavi holds a graduate degree in English, Journalism, and Psychology, and completed her PG Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the Manorama School of Communication, where she was awarded the prestigious Mammen Mappillai Award for Best Outgoing Student. She began her career at the International Business Times (US Edition), covering US breaking news, politics, and entertainment. She later joined Opoyi, reporting across all beats, including US sports and trending stories. Prior to Hindustan Times, she served as World Lead at Times Now News, covering comprehensive world news and events. Vaishnavi has expertise in politics, entertainment, and breaking news, and enjoys tackling stories across a wide range of topics. Beyond the newsroom, she is an avid traveller, a foodie who loves exploring new restaurants, and a pop culture enthusiast who enjoys watching latest shows and films. She also enjoys engaging in debates and discussions on Reddit.Read More