Which U.S. state experienced one of the worst public assembly facility fires in history at The Station nightclub?

The Station nightclub fire, which occurred in February 2003, is one of the deadliest fires in U.S. history regarding public assembly facilities. This tragic incident took place in Rhode Island and resulted in the deaths of 100 people and injuries to many others due to a rapid spreading fire, which was exacerbated by the use of flammable materials for sound insulation, as well as inadequate fire safety measures. The fire began when pyrotechnics used in a performance ignited the highly flammable acoustic foam lining the walls.

This event highlighted significant shortcomings in fire safety regulations and enforcement for nightclubs, leading to widespread changes in regulations and improved fire safety standards for public venues across the country. The fire's impact on public assembly safety continues to serve as a critical learning point for facility managers and safety professionals. The other states mentioned in the choices did not experience an event of comparable magnitude and impact regarding public assembly facility fires of this nature.