Investigation Underway After Linda Anfuso, 69, of Wilton, Died in House Fire at Home on Burns Hill Road
WILTON, NEW HAMPSHIRE (March 6, 2026) – A woman identified as Linda Anfuso has tragically died in a Wilton house fire on Burns Hill Road.
Hillsborough County officials are saying that the accident took place around 9:00 AM on Wednesday. Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the home to help the victims.
They were able to enter the building and extricate two residents inside. Linda Anfuso was one of the people rescued from the home.
She was transported to Elliot Hospital to receive treatment for smoke inhalation. Despite life-saving measures, Linda Anfuso was pronounced dead at the hospital.
A 70-year-old man was also listed in critical condition. The fire spread to the attic of the home and partially collapsed the roof.
Authorities are looking into the possibility that a power outage in the area may have been a factor in the fire.
Liability for Wilton House Fires
Electrical companies have a legal obligation to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition. This necessitates that they perform periodic inspections and maintenance on all of their lines. When an electrical company has actual or constructive notice of a dangerous condition with their lines or equipment, they must take action. There are many ways that an electrical company may have acted negligently and contributed to a fire.
- Maintenance: An electrical company may have failed to maintain distribution lines or transformers.
- Improper Restoration: An electrical company may have re-energized circuits after a power outage without stabilizing voltage.
- Tree Trimming: An electrical company may have allowed branches or other vegetation to come into contact with electrical lines.
- Damaged Lines: An electrical company may have allowed damaged lines to remain in service, which can create dangerous surges.
Depending on the unique facts of any particular accident, there could be numerous sources of liability for a fire. Liability will heavily depend on how any particular fire started. In many cases, people may rely on certain products to heat their home during the winter months. This includes space heaters and other devices. If one of those devices malfunctioned and ignited a home fire, the manufacturer could bear some liability.
Steps to Take After Wilton Home Fires
Several actions should be taken after any death involving a home fire.
- Report: The municipal fire investigation report created after the fire should be carefully reviewed.
- Evidence: All of the evidence left after the fire should be collected. This includes medical records related to injuries.
- Independent Investigation: The family of any person who died in a residential fire should seek an independent investigation by a team experienced in premises liability claims.
Residential fires can be incredibly complicated. The factors that contribute to any fire can take place hours, days, or weeks prior. Victims of residential fires should understand that they do have legal rights. This includes the right to pursue some measure of justice and accountability through a civil claim. These rights extend to the surviving family members of any person who dies in a fire.
Investigating New Hampshire Home Fires
Residential fires remain a major cause of preventable injury and death for people across New Hampshire and the United States. Electrical malfunctions remain a major cause of these fires. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, electrical malfunctions contributed to an estimated 23,700 fires and 305 deaths in the United States from 2014 to 2023.
We at DiBella Law extend our deepest condolences to the family of Linda Anfuso. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to investigators. There needs to be a thorough investigation into the possibility that a local power outage may have contributed to the fire. Many different questions remain unanswered at this time.
Do you need more information about a Wilton house fire? Our team of personal injury lawyers is here for you. We are committed to helping accident victims understand their rights and holding utility companies accountable for their negligence. Whether you just have legal questions or need a free, independent investigation for any particular incident, we are here to serve your needs. You can reach out to us anytime at (617) 870-0907.