Fire Breaks Out At Substance Abuse Rehab In North Kingstown

North Kingstown RI

19 April, 2021

12:58 PM

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NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI — A fire broke out at AdCare Substance Abuse Rehab Hospital on Tower Hill Road in North Kingstown early Monday morning, reported WPRI. Firefighters responded to one of the two buildings at the rehabilitation facility at approximately 5 a.m. Several patients and staff were evacuated and a tanker had to be called to the scene due to a lack of fire hydrants in the area. Officials say about 54 clients are currently housed at the complex. No information on any injuries or damages has been released. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.