House Fire on Park Avenue in Woonsocket
A significant house fire on Park Avenue in Woonsocket sent thick plumes of smoke into the sky Sunday afternoon, witnesses and local media report.
Details of the Fire
The blaze began shortly after 1 p.m., according to ABC6 (WLNE). Video shared with the station shows heavy flames emerging from the side of the residence.
Family and Pets Safe, but Pets Missing
The household escaped the home without injury, family members told ABC6. However, they said several of their pet cats were still missing following the fire.
Community Support and Emergency Response
A GoFundMe page set up by the family contains additional details and requests for assistance.
The Providence Canteen reported being dispatched to a second-alarm fire at the Park Avenue address in a social media post, indicating a large emergency response.
Ongoing Investigation and Updates
ABC6 posted updates about the incident on Twitter as crews worked at the scene. Authorities and emergency teams continue to investigate.
This is an ongoing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.