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Gabriel House Fire Sparks Statewide Safety Overhaul | Providence News
One year after a deadly fire at Gabriel House in Fall River killed ten residents and injured over thirty, new safety rules are being enforced statewide to prevent future tragedies. The fire, likely sparked by a faulty oxygen tank or smoking materials, exposed critical gaps: the facility’s sprinklers failed because of recalled heads missed during inspections. Now, under Governor Healey’s new regulations, all assisted living facilities must undergo annual safety checks, staff must be trained in fire safety, and emergency equipment must be always ready. Fire officials are also requiring…
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