PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Three families were forced from their homes Wednesday night after a fire broke out in Providence.

Crews responded to Lenox Avenue around 10:30 p.m. and were able to quickly get the flames under control.

No word on any injuries.

The Red Cross has been called in to help the displaced residents, including four adults and five children.

The cause remains under investigation.

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