PROVIDENCE, RI – A driver of a car struck a home’s electric meter, causing a fire that left five families, 11 adults, and two children, no choice but to evacuate and find temporary shelter.
This solo crash took place on Putnam Street Tuesday afternoon, ABC6 reports. Fire crews were able to cast out the fire quickly and reported no injuries.
The American Red Cross in Rhode Island is working individually with the affected families with regard to short-term housing.
If your home was damaged in a collision, you should not have to pay out of pocket for the repairs. Our Providence car accident lawyer has fierce advocacy skills when it comes to negotiating for clients’ rights to compensation, not just for the said damage but also for injuries, medical expenses, emotional distress, lost income, and more. Our attorney is ready to give you an overview of your legal options and next steps. Call The Law Offices of Ronald J. Resmini, Accident & Injury Lawyers, Ltd. or reach out online to set up a free, no-obligation consultation.
