UPDATE: Victim Identified in Concord Residential Fire; Cause Ruled Smoke Inhalation

November 3, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media

CONCORD, N.H. — The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has identified the victim from the November 1 house fire on Rhodora Court as Alexis Palmacci, 77, of Concord. Officials report the cause of death was smoke inhalation and the manner of death was accidental. The investigation remains ongoing; no additional details are available at this time.

Recap of the initial incident (November 1, 2025)

Just before 3:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, members of the Concord Fire Department were dispatched to 2 Rhodora Court for a medical alert. Upon arrival, firefighters observed smoke coming from the front door and initiated an immediate search of the residence. During operations, an adult female was found sleeping and rescued without injury. A second occupant was located on a different floor and later pronounced deceased.

Investigators from the New Hampshire State Fire Marshal’s Office responded to the scene. A preliminary examination determined there were no working smoke alarms on the floor where the fire started. No firefighter injuries were reported. The American Red Cross is assisting the surviving occupant.

Ongoing investigation and safety reminders

The New Hampshire State Fire Marshal’s Office, Concord Fire Department, and Concord Police Department continue to investigate the origin and cause of the fire. Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is encouraged to contact the New Hampshire State Fire Marshal’s Office at (603) 223-4289 or fmo@dos.nh.gov.

State Fire Marshal Sean P. Toomey reminds residents to ensure working smoke alarms are installed on every level of the home and to test them regularly. In the event of an alarm activation, or if smoke or fire is visible, residents should evacuate immediately and call 911. Questions about residential fire safety can be directed to local fire departments or the State Fire Marshal’s Office.

This update reflects the identification and cause/manner findings released by authorities, together with the previously reported incident timeline and investigation status.

Credit: New Hampshire State Fire Marshal’s Office