Firefighters Rescue 11 from Burning Crown Heights Brownstone, One First Responder Hit by Truck
Firefighters Respond to Blaze at 659 Eastern Parkway
Firefighters rescued 11 people from a burning brownstone in Brooklyn on Friday morning, while one firefighter was injured after being struck by a firetruck, authorities said.
Crews Battle Intense Flames
Crews responded to a fire at 659 Eastern Parkway just after 10:15 a.m. and found heavy flames on the second and third floors of the three-story building, the FDNY said. Firefighters located the victims while battling the blaze and removed them from the building.
Rescue Efforts Underway
All 11 victims were taken to a local hospital, including two civilians in serious condition. One firefighter and four civilians sustained non-life-threatening injuries, while two firefighters and six civilians were treated for minor injuries, officials said. The first responder struck by the truck was among those treated for minor injuries.
Fire Under Control
More than 100 firefighters used three hose lines to bring the fire under control at 11:40 a.m. Searches of the building found no additional victims.
Investigation Underway
The FDNY Fire Marshals Office is investigating the cause of the fire.
FAQs
* How many people were rescued from the burning brownstone?
+ 11
* How many people were injured in the fire?
+ 11 (2 in serious condition, 1 with non-life-threatening injuries, and 8 with minor injuries)
* How many firefighters were injured in the fire?
+ 2 (1 with non-life-threatening injuries and 1 with minor injuries)
* What is the current status of the fire investigation?
+ The FDNY Fire Marshals Office is investigating the cause of the fire.
