Cranston house fire that injured 3 firefighters deemed accidental
Smoke billows from a home on Central Street in Cranston, Tuesday, Jan.27, 2026. (WJAR)
CRANSTON, R.I. (WJAR) — The State Fire Marshal's Office said improperly disposed smoking material caused a house fire that injured three firefighters.
The fire occurred at a home on Central Street on Tuesday morning.
The roof of the home partially collapsed due to the fire.
Smoke billows from a home on Central Street in Cranston, Tuesday, Jan.27, 2026. (WJAR)
According to Cranston firefighters, the fire became explosive when crews opened a second-floor door while searching for the origin of the fire.
Three firefighters were injured from the impact, officials said.
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According to the firefighters union, the three firefighters were transported to the hospital and were released.
Fire officials said the house was deemed a total loss.
