FDNY Quickly Takes Down Brooklyn Basement Fire
Firefighters Respond to Call in East Flatbush
FDNY units responded to a fire in the basement of a Brooklyn home on Thursday afternoon.
Members of the FDNY arrived at the scene, located at 159 East 96th St. in East Flatbush, just after 12:15 p.m. on January 30. They were met by smoke coming out of the basement of the two-story building.
Firefighters Deploy Two Hose Lines
Firefighters quickly deployed two hose lines to knock down the main body of the fire.
A cat was seen escaping the building, and further searches of the building were negative.
Fire Under Control
The fire was placed under control at 12:45 p.m. The FDNY Fire Marshal will determine the cause of the fire.
A Cat’s Close Call
A cat was seen escaping the building, and further searches of the building were negative.
Conclusion
The FDNY’s swift response and efficient operations allowed them to quickly contain and extinguish the fire, preventing any significant damage or harm. The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing.
FAQs
Q: What time did the fire break out?
A: The fire broke out just after 12:15 p.m. on January 30.
Q: How long did it take to extinguish the fire?
A: The fire was placed under control at 12:45 p.m.
Q: Were there any injuries or fatalities?
A: There were no reports of injuries or fatalities.
Q: What caused the fire?
A: The cause of the fire is under investigation by the FDNY Fire Marshal.
