Introduction to the Incident
Firefighters battled a house fire in freezing conditions Sunday afternoon in Sunset Park, contending with a car blocking a hydrant and another hydrant frozen by the cold, authorities said. No injuries were reported.
Response and Challenges
Crews from Engine Company 201 and Tower Ladder 114 arrived just before 12:55 p.m. at a three-story, attached, wood-frame private home at 272 56th St., where heavy smoke and fire were showing from the basement.
Photo by Lloyd Mitchell
Firefighters from Engine Company 201 and Tower Ladder 114 work to extinguish a basement fire at a three-story, wood-frame home on 56th Street.
Photo by Lloyd Mitchell
A resident stands outside in freezing temperatures holding a pet after being displaced.
Firefighting Efforts
About 60 firefighters stretched three hose lines and aggressively attacked the main body of the fire, officials said. Searches of the building found no occupants inside.
FDNY firefighters work around a fire hydrant blocked by a parked car while battling a house fire in Sunset Park on Sunday afternoon.
Photo by Lloyd Mitchell
Outcome and Aftermath
Residents stood outside in the cold, holding their loved ones and pets, as firefighters brought the blaze under control at about 1:30 p.m. No civilians or firefighters were injured.
FDNY crews remain on scene as smoke lingers after a house fire was brought under control in Sunset Park.
Photo by Lloyd Mitchell
FDNY crews remain on scene as smoke lingers after a house fire was brought under control in Sunset Park.
Photo by Lloyd Mitchell
Investigation
The cause and origin of the fire will be determined by the FDNY fire marshal’s office.
Conclusion
The swift response and professionalism of the firefighters, despite the challenges posed by the blocked hydrant and freezing temperatures, ensured that the fire was brought under control without any injuries. This incident highlights the importance of maintaining clear access to fire hydrants and the need for vigilance in preventing fires, especially in residential areas.
FAQs
- Q: What was the nature of the incident?
- A: A house fire occurred in a three-story, attached, wood-frame private home in Sunset Park.
- Q: What challenges did firefighters face?
- A: Firefighters had to contend with a car blocking a hydrant and another hydrant frozen by the cold.
- Q: Were there any injuries reported?
- A: No, there were no injuries reported among civilians or firefighters.
- Q: How many firefighters were involved?
- A: About 60 firefighters were involved in battling the fire.
- Q: What is the status of the investigation into the fire’s cause?
- A: The cause and origin of the fire will be determined by the FDNY fire marshal’s office.
