Providence multi-family home destroyed by fire

Providence multi-family home destroyed by fire

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — An investigation is underway after a multi-family home in Providence broke out in flames overnight.

by: Melanie DaSilva

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Crews responded to the scene on Althea Street around 3 a.m.

The entire side of the home collapsed, filling the street with smoke and leaving only the chimney and a small section of the front behind.

No injuries were reported. Chief Derek Silva said the Red Cross is assisting five adults and four children

It’s unclear what caused the fire at this time.

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