CHATHAM SCHOOL TEACHER, 1-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER KILLED WHEN FIRE RIPS THROUGH N.Y. VACATION RENTAL
Above insert: Shannon Hubbard, 2024 Chatham Elementary School photo
CLINTON, NEW YORK – According to a New York State Police media statement, on Sunday – October 13, 2024 – at approximately 10:40 p.m., troopers, along with the East Clinton Fire Department, were dispatched by Dutchess County 911 to a residential house fire on Clinton Hollow Road in the town of Clinton.
According to an online report by the Mid Hudson News, fire had “ripped through” the Air BnB rental property as first responders rushed to the scene… and a 911 dispatcher advised “that three people were trapped on the second floor and a child could be heard yelling for his father.”
“New York State troopers were first to arrive and found Mr. Hubbard, the caller, outside of the residence. Hubbard stated two children and their mother were inside the house on the second floor. At least one trooper tried to make his way to the second floor but was turned back by the heat, smoke, and heavy fire,” according to the Mid Hudson News report.
The New York State Police media statement continues as follows:
“Entry into the residence was not possible until mutual aid from Pleasant Valley Fire Department arrived, and Shannon K. Hubbard, age 35, of Brewster, MA, and her two children, a three-year-old boy, and one-year-old girl were extricated from the residence. All four victims were transported to local area hospitals.
The Thirty-nine-year-old male, and three-year-old boy were transported to Westchester Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries. Shannon K. Hubbard, and her one-year-old girl, were pronounced deceased at Vassar Hospital and Mid-Hudson Regional hospital respectively.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.”
Shannon Hubbard was a preschool teacher at Chatham Elementary and the Monomoy Regional School District released the following statement on Monday:
“Sad News for the Monomoy Community
Dear Monomoy Community,
It is with deep sadness that we inform you about a recent loss to our school community. We sadly share news of the passing of Shannon (Waldron) Hubbard in a family tragedy. Shannon was a preschool teacher at Chatham Elementary School and previously a teacher at Harwich Elementary, with many connections throughout our district’s families and staff. Our deepest condolences to her family and loved ones as they navigate this unimaginable tragedy.
This loss will undoubtedly be shocking and painful for our school community. We will have support teams and counselors at our elementary schools tomorrow, trained to help with the needs of students, staff, and families at difficult times such as this. Our counselors are available in each school for any student or staff member who may need help surrounding this loss. We encourage parents, students, and staff to access these resources if they would be helpful.
We have included some information that may be useful in discussing this both at home and at school. You can also request additional support by contacting the school and asking to speak with an administrator or counselor.
We are incredibly saddened by this loss and will make every effort to provide help as needed. As we support Shannon’s family during this time, we will share any information that they wish about services or remembrances. We will keep Shannon’s family and the entire Monomoy Regional School District community in our thoughts.
Sincerely,
Scott Carpenter, Ed.D.
Superintendent”
Chief John Brady of the Dennis Police Department released the following statement Wednesday on the department’s Facebook page:
“On behalf of the entire Dennis Police Department, I convey my deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the family of Patrolman John Hubbard over the tragic loss of his wife, Shannon Hubbard, and 1-year-old daughter, Margaret “Maggie” Hubbard last weekend.
Patrolman Hubbard and his family were vacationing in Clinton, New York, when a fire broke out in their vacation rental home on Sunday night. It is with profound sadness that I report Shannon and Maggie lost their lives as a result of the fire. Patrolman Hubbard and their 3-year-old son Jack survived the ordeal.
We pledge our full support to Patrolman Hubbard and are committed to providing any assistance he needs as his family and loved ones navigate this unimaginable loss. We also know that the Dennis community is caring and compassionate, and will also be source of support.
On behalf of the family, we ask everyone to please respect their privacy while they grieve.”
The fundraiser page description reads as follows:
The Hubbard Family, a family of 4 from Cape Cod, were on vacation staying at a rental home in Clinton, New York. On October 13th, a fire broke out in the rental home and sadly the mother Shannon and their one year old daughter Maggie lost their lives as a result. Dennis Police Patrolman John Hubbard and their 3 year old son Jack survived the fire.
As the family and community begin to mourn this horrific loss, The Greg Hill Foundation is dedicated to supporting them in their time of need. We will be holding an on-air fundraiser and matching all donations up to $10,000. Please consider making a donation and supporting the Hubbard Family in their time of need.
Dennis Police Chief John Brady shared, “The men and women of the Dennis Police Department are mourning this heartbreaking news. Patrolman Hubbard is a valued member of our department and community, and more importantly our friend. We extend our deepest sympathies to him and his family.”
