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A couple and their dog are safe after their boat c A couple and their dog are safe after their boat caught fire in Newport Harbor early Saturday morning. Just after 4:30 a.m., a 911 call came in reporting flames on a vessel moored behind Market Square near the Lobster Bar. Newport Fire crews quickly responded, launching Marine 6 from Perotti Park while Engine 1, Ladder 1, and Rescue 1 headed to the scene. By the time firefighters arrived, the two adults and their dog had already made a narrow escape—climbing into their small 8-foot dinghy and paddling to safety at Perotti Park. Rescue crews confirmed everyone was safe on shore, but one of the adults needed further popevaluation and was treated by Middletown EMS. Newport’s Marine 6 got water on the fire just minutes later, and the flames were brought under control by 4:52 a.m. Help was also called in from North Kingstown’s marine unit as a precaution. According to officials, the couple had been asleep on the boat when they woke up to the smell of smoke. They tried to fight the fire themselves, but it spread too fast. Thankfully, they managed to escape just in time. The Newport Harbor Master, U.S. Coast Guard, and Sea Tow were all notified and responded to the scene. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but everyone is safe—and that’s what matters most. 📸 @seanmspicer #newportri #newportfire #newportbuzz
Traffic is finally moving again in downtown Newpor Traffic is finally moving again in downtown Newport. The heavy-duty tow truck arrived 3:30 p.m. and successfully removed the broken-down bus that had been blocking eastbound Memorial Boulevard near Spring Street for close to two hours Saturday afternoon. Newport police have reopened the roadway, and traffic is beginning to ease, though delays may continue as the backlog clears. Drivers are still urged to use caution in the area as congestion slowly returns to normal. #newportri #newportbuzz
UPDATE: Memorial Boulevard is now open again! — UPDATE: Memorial Boulevard is now open again! —— A broken-down bus is wreaking havoc in downtown Newport after stalling on Memorial Boulevard just east of Spring Street Saturday afternoon, completely blocking eastbound traffic and sending the downtown area into gridlock. The vehicle came to a halt around 2 p.m., clogging one of the busiest intersections in the city and causing traffic to back up for blocks in every direction. Newport police quickly responded and are currently directing vehicles away from the scene. A heavy-duty tow truck has been dispatched to remove the bus, but it won’t arrive for at least an hour. Newport Police are urging drivers to avoid the area and seek alternate routes while crews work to clear the road. The situation is still developing. Check back for updates. #newportri #newportbuzz
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