One Adult Male Is Dead After A Fire In Bristol: Update

BRISTOL, NH — Fire crews from several towns responded to a reported structure fire on Nyberg Road at 2:13 p.m. in Bristol Saturday with an occupant reportedly still inside the building.

New Hampshire State Fire Marshal Paul Parisi said firefighters entered the building and removed a 22-year-old male who was unable to be revived. Initially, there was information of a possible second person in the building but that was unfounded.

The home is on a dirt road, well hidden from the busy Route 104. A neighbor on the same road noticed smoke and called 911.

The NH State Fire Marshal's Office and Bristol Fire are investigating the incident. The New Hampshire Medical Examiner's Office was on the scene Saturday and an autopsy will be conducted Sunday at Concord Hospital. At this time the victim has not been positively identified.

State Fire Marshal Parisi wants to remind everyone to maintain working smoke alarms in their homes, keep exits clear of debris, have your heating systems inspected and maintained on an annual basis and keep at least a three to five foot clearance around any heating appliance from other combustible materials. If you have any questions about fire safety in your homes please contact your local fire department or the NH State Fire Marshal’s Office.

Any further inquiries can be directed to the NH State Fire Marshal’s Office-(603) 223-4289.