“On behalf of the East Brookfield Fire Department, I want to express our condolences to the man’s family,” East Brookfield Fire Chief David Messier said in a statement. “This is a very sad day for them and for the community,” he said.

State Fire Marshal Jon Davine said investigators did not find any working smoke alarms in the home.

“Please take a few minutes today to make sure you and your loved ones are protected by operating smoke alarms on every level of your home,” he said.

The Coroner is expected to investigate the man’s death while fire officials are investigating the cause of the fire. The house is expected to be a total loss.

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