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Heard on: Southbridge and Area Fire Departments · 1/16/2026 05:25 PM
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You have a party that's setting off fireworks, but in addition to that they're stating that the neighbors here started a bonfire with gasoline causing a giant explosion and that the fire is about 15 feet in the air.
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Again, fire alarm six.
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Bonfire and fireworks cause explosion near King Rd

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and police personnel responded to a possible fire incident near King Road in Charlton where individuals were reportedly setting off fireworks and ignited a bonfire using gasoline, leading to a small explosion with flames approximately 15 feet high. The situation was managed by responding units, and no further details on injuries have been confirmed.

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King Rd, Charlton, MA 01507
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