BOSTON (WHDH) - One person was taken to the hospital following a 2-alarm blaze at an apartment building in Boston on Thursday evening, officials said.

Firefighters responding to a reported fire on Peterborough Street helped eight mobility-challenged residents exit the building, according to Boston fire officials.

One resident was taken to the hospital, firefighters said. Their condition has not been released.

Building management is currently at the scene assisting residents with water damage in adjacent basement units.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation. No additional information was immediately available.

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