Minor Smoke Damage from Microwave Incident in Riverhead

January 13, 2026 | Riverhead, NY

Smoke damage was reported at a residential building after food overheated in a microwave, prompting emergency services to respond. The incident took place Jan. 13 at 9:27 p.m. at 2 Aldersgate Dr., Building 8. Responders traced the smoke to burnt food in the microwave and vented it out successfully. There were no injuries, and the damage was limited to minor smoke effects on the building.

Smoke from burnt food in microwave vented.

According to fire officials, the matter was resolved quickly, posing no continued danger to occupants or the property.

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