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Firefighters Swiftly Extinguish Minor Microwave Fire in Newton Home

  • By Staff Report
  • News, Breaking News
  • Posted: January 06, 2026 EDT
  • Updated: January 06, 2026 11:29 AM EDT

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January 06, 2026 | Newton, MA

Firefighters quickly put out a small fire that broke out in a microwave at a residence on Prentice Road in Newton on Jan. 6. Reports from Engine 3 indicate the incident occurred at 75 Prentice Rd., producing only light smoke. No injuries were reported, and the blaze was contained without further issues.

e-3 Reports microwave fire extinguished light smoke.e-3 Reports microwave fire extinguished light smoke.

The initial alert was issued at 11:22 a.m. by the 1st Responder Wireless News Dispatch, a division of Belsito Communications Inc.

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