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Firefighters Respond to Smoke Damage at Riverhead Home from Cooking Mishap

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  • Posted: January 16, 2026 EDT
  • Updated: January 16, 2026 01:04 PM EDT

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January 16, 2026 | Riverhead, NY

Firefighters responded to reports of smoke damage at a residence on Griffing Avenue in Riverhead, where smoke from cooking was safely vented. The incident occurred Jan. 16 at 12:55 p.m. at 112 Griffing Ave. No injuries were reported, and the smoke was contained without further damage to the property.

Smoke from cooking vented.Smoke from cooking vented.

Authorities confirmed the cause as a cooking mishap, with ventilation preventing escalation. Newsline will provide updates as more details emerge.

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