Six people were displaced after a fire in Kingston’s downtown area over the weekend, Kingston Fire and Rescue confirmed Monday.
A home at 69 John St. caught fire sometime Saturday evening. Firefighters were called to the scene after 9 p.m.
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All occupants of the home made it out safely, Kingston fire said.
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The flames were sparked by “smoker’s material” coming in contact with furniture, Kingston fire said.
Damages are estimated at $88,000 and approximately six individuals were displaced as a result of the incident.
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