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Three firefighters injured in fire in Cranston home


Smoke billows from a home on Central Street in Cranston, Tuesday, Jan.27, 2026. (WJAR)

Cranston fire officials said multiple firefighters were injured while battling a house fire on Tuesday.

The fire was reported at 6 Central St.

Smoke was seen coming from the upper story and roof.

NBC 10's Mike Cerullo reports after a fire broke out inside a home in Cranston Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026. (WJAR)

Firefighters said all residents of the home evacuated safely.

According to officials, crews opened a second-floor door while searching for the origin of the fire, and an "explosion" occurred.

Three firefighters were injured.

Cranston fire officials said one firefighter remained in the hospital as of Tuesday afternoon, and the other two were released.

Crews said the fire traveled quickly to the attic and the roof collapsed due to the fire.

On Tuesday afternoon, Cranston firefighters said the fire was under control and they were working on hotspots.

Smoke billows from a home on Central Street in Cranston, Tuesday, Jan.27, 2026. (WJAR)
Smoke billows from a home on Central Street in Cranston, Tuesday, Jan.27, 2026. (WJAR)

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

"I feel for everyone that's involved," one neighbor said.

Officials said the Red Cross was at the scene to assist the residents.