Multiple Fourth of July Fires Displace Over 35 in US Cities

Multiple house fires over the July 4th weekend have displaced several families across the United States, with investigations ongoing into the causes. In Providence, Rhode Island, a fire damaged two multi-family homes on Douglas Avenue, rendering one uninhabitable and displacing 11 people, with the cause still under investigation. Aurora, Illinois, saw a house fire on Pearl Street forcing 10 residents to seek temporary shelter, with fireworks reported nearby but not confirmed as the cause. In Kitsap County, Washington, discarded fireworks ignited a car and garage fire, displacing five people and their pets, while the fire district managed numerous other fireworks-related incidents. Similarly, a fireworks-linked attic fire in Peoria, Arizona, displaced 10 people, although firefighters prevented total roof loss and no injuries were reported. These incidents underscore the fire risks associated with fireworks during holiday celebrations, prompting ongoing investigations and community support efforts.