MORE ON THE FIRE

This is the worst fire in Rhode Island's history. The death toll ON THE SCENE has risen to 97, and there are plenty of people in area hospitals in critical condition that might sadly add to the death toll.

Nearly half of the dead have been identified so far, and here in Rhode Island, I'd say that people are dreading looking at the list. By now, if your loved ones were victims you probably already know about it-- but the fallout is still to come from people you don't hang out with on an everyday basis-- the guy who delivered the CocaCola, someone you went to high school with. People you didn't necessarily talk to, but you know, and remember, and suddenly you think, "Wow! Maybe she was there?" I've called a bunch of old acquaintances on this.



The Providence Journal probably has the best and most complete coverage of the fire right now. Their front page today includes profiles of victims, hotlines, a notice of the Memorial Service (which is today at 6 pm at the West Warwick Civic Center)

"He Said- He Said"

The band's attorney has stated unequivocally that the management of the club knew about the pyrotechnics, that there was a conversation several days before, and that co-owner Jeff Derderian was present when the pyro was set up. Jeff Derderian has stated unequivocally that he knew NOTHING about the pyrotechnics. You can read his statement to the press at Turnto10.com

Channel 10 also has a lot of good coverage about the fire, including a story that the club was in the process of being sold.


View a news clip with video You've probably seen a bit of the video already, but it's just astounding to see it happen before your very eyes. This is a 2 minute news clip using Real Player to view.