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Canteen 1 Assists Crews at Seekonk Structure Fire
January 09, 2026 | RHODE ISLAND
Courtesy of Special Signal Fire Association,




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Canteen 4 from the Providence Canteen responded to a second-alarm structure fire at 13 Welles Road in Burrillville at 4:05 a.m. on January 9, 2026. The response was noted under incident number 26-009. Firefighters working during the early-morning incident received logistical help and fireground restoration from canteen staff. As suppression and overhaul activities proceeded, the deployment made sure that crews had access to rest and hydration. During working fires and prolonged crises, such as overnight and multi-alarm reactions, the Providence Canteen continues to assist emergency workers around the region.