Two-Alarm Fire in Brooklyn Displaces Residents, Caused by Manhole Blaze
Firefighters responded to a manhole fire that extended to a car fire and the fourth floor of an apartment building at 76 Remsen St. in Brooklyn on November 28, 2024.
Chain Reaction of Events
The Fire Department reported that the blaze ignited at about 12:01 p.m. inside multiple manholes in front of 76 Remsen St. in Prospect Heights, setting off a chain reaction of events in which the flames spread to a nearby parked car.
Fire Spreads to Apartment Building
While checking the location and nearby buildings for an extension of the fire and carbon monoxide levels, firefighters quickly discovered that a fourth-floor apartment had become fully engulfed in fire.
Residents Flee the Scene
The incident left residents of three buildings fleeing the location, toting their pets and even their Thanksgiving dinners with them.
Firefighters Respond and Con Edison/National Grid Workers Assist
More than 100 firefighters went door-to-door checking each nearby home, according to Deputy Chief Tom Crowley. Amazingly, no injuries were reported — but nearby residents were left alarmed.
Firefighters Use Five Hose Lines to Knock Down Main Body of Fire
Firefighters used five hose lines to knock down the main body of fire. Con Edison and National Grid workers were also dispatched to the scene to help bring the manhole fires and related damage under control.
Fire Under Control by 4 p.m.
The fire was placed under control at about 4 p.m. Thursday.
Conclusion
The incident is under investigation by FDNY Fire Marshals to determine the cause of the fire. Residents of the affected buildings were displaced and received assistance from the American Red Cross.
FAQs
Q: What was the cause of the fire?
A: The cause of the fire is under investigation by FDNY Fire Marshals.
Q: How many firefighters responded to the scene?
A: More than 100 firefighters responded to the scene.
Q: Were there any injuries reported?
A: No injuries were reported, but nearby residents were left alarmed.
Q: How was the fire brought under control?
A: Firefighters used five hose lines to knock down the main body of fire, and Con Edison and National Grid workers assisted in bringing the manhole fires and related damage under control.
