Firefighters knocked down a heavy fire in a multi-family Dorchester home Tuesday night, according to officials who reported that a dog died in the blaze.

Boston firefighters responded at around 7:30 p.m. for a basement fire at 15 Bruce St.

The fire quickly traveled up through the building to the roof, and a 3rd alarm was ordered.

“Heavy fire knocked down,” Boston Fire posted. “Companies did a great job working around the wires in the front of the building, throwing multiple ground and roof ladders to access the building.”

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The fire department added, “Firefighters continue work on the roof and off of ladders to reach hot spots throughout the building.”

Five adults, two children, and three dogs were displaced.

“Unfortunately 1 dog did not survive,” Boston Fire posted. “No injuries to report.”