SkyFOX showed crews working to put out flames that appeared to engulf the top floor and roof of the building in the Belmont section.
One person was killed after a fire broke out inside an apartment building in the Bronx early Thursday, according to authorities.SkyFOX showed crews working to put out flames that appeared to engulf the top floor and roof of the building in the Belmont section.
The fire started around 5:30 a.m. on East 184th Street near Basford Avenue, and units arrived within four minutes, FDNY Chief of Operations Kevin Woods said. The blaze quickly escalated to five alarms, drawing more than 200 firefighters and EMS personnel to the scene.Woods described the building as a five-story, non-fireproof multiple dwelling. Heavy fire was burning on the top floor and in the cockloft — the space between the top floor ceiling and the roof, and extended through the roof.The chief said the fire was difficult to access, with crews at times only able to attack it from the exterior. Officials deployed drones and thermal imaging cameras to help track hot spots.The fire caused significant structural damage. The roof collapsed onto the top floor, and there was extensive collapse of the cornice and part of an exterior wall, Woods said.Four firefighters suffered minor injuries, including heat exhaustion.The cause of the fire remains under investigation, and street closures were in effect in the surrounding area.The identity of the deceased is unknown.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Ann Sather flagship restaurant location to move from current Belmont Avenue site, rep saysAnn Sather flagship restaurant location to move from current Belmont Avenue site
Read more »
Yankees can finally hit reset button as 2026 season arrivesAs the New York Yankees open their season, optimism returns to the Bronx, fueled by improved health, roster continuity, and a renewed push toward postseason
Read more »
JAŸ-Z adds Yankee Stadium 'Extra Innings' concert. Here's where to get ticketsHov will be at the Bronx Bombers’ ballpark from July 10-12 now.
Read more »
A Bronx early childhood education center has been empty for 3 years. NYC is paying the bill, but hasn't filled the seatsAt least 27 early childhood education centers across the city are vacant, NYC's deputy chancellor of the Division of Early Childhood Education said.
Read more »
Massive fentanyl and heroin packaging mill stashed drugs in baby bouncer inside Bronx apartment; 6 arrestedSix people were arrested and $500,000 worth of fentanyl and heroin were seized during a raid on an alleged Bronx drug packing mill.
Read more »
Chicago restaurant staple Ann Sather closing long-held home on Belmont AvenueA longtime Chicago restaurant staple will be closing its Belmont Avenue location after more than 80 years on the block.
Read more »