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Brooklyn, NY (October 31, 2021) – At 4:52 p.m. on Friday afternoon, October 29, a house fire occurred in Brooklyn that injured several firefighters.
According to FDNY officials, the incident happened in a three-story home on Ashford Street. Multiple people called 911 after they saw that a fire broke out in the upper floors of the home. The fire spread quickly and started to threaten all of the neighboring homes. A total of 35 units responded to the fire, with approximately 150 firefighters. They were able to get the fire completely under control around 6:30 p.m.
Paramedics and numerous other responders were immediately dispatched to the scene to help those in need. Two civilians on the scene were injured in the fire. A total of eighteen firefighters were also injured in the fire. The parties were all taken to local hospitals, though their conditions are not yet known.
The area was blocked for a period of time as crews brought the fire under control.
No further details have been released but the investigation remains ongoing.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
House Fires in New York
Fires break out in the blink of an eye in New York. These incidents happen in many different areas, some of which are residential and some of which are commercial in nature. Both civilians and fire crews are hurt in fires every single year in New York, with more of these incidents happening in the state than in many other states in the U.S. Some of the most severe injuries that stem from fires include smoke inhalation and burn injuries. If you have been hurt in a house fire, you should have the dedicated help of an attorney on your side as you move forward.
The aftermath of a house fire can affect your life in a variety of ways. If you have been hurt in one of these incidents, you may have a variety of questions that only a skilled Brooklyn accident attorney will be able to answer. For instance, what types of deadlines will you be required to meet when it comes to moving forward with a successful claim? What evidence do you need to show that another party is at fault for your accident? Will your case be settled or will it make it all the way to trial? These are questions that you can answer with the help of a dedicated Brooklyn fire accident attorney on your side.
Brooklyn House Fire Attorneys
Our compassionate attorneys at Miller, Montiel & Strano have diligently assisted those injured in house fires over the years. We understand how overwhelmed you may be feeling after a house fire and offer our help and resources every step of the way. Speaking with an attorney can ensure that your rights are being protected in your time of need. We will help you work toward the compensation you deserve for many aspects. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Brooklyn at (516) 945-9033 for more information on how we can assist you in your time of need.
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