The FDNY criticized drivers who parked in front of fire hydrants, hindering firefighters' response to a deadly house fire in Brooklyn. The incident occurred in Bay Ridge around 4 a.m. on Sunday, resulting in three victims being transported to hospitals. Fire Commissioner Robert Tucker emphasized the importance of keeping fire hydrants clear, stating that 'seconds count in an emergency.'
The FDNY called out drivers Sunday who parked in front of fire hydrants, slowing firefighters down at a deadly house fire in Brooklyn .
Firefighters were dispatched to a Bay Ridge home on 80th Street around 4 a.m. on Sunday. Three victims were found inside and transported to local hospitals, including a 34-year-old mother and her toddler.Early Sunday morning in Brooklyn, parked cars blocked the two closest fire hydrants as firefighters responded to a fire at about 3:45 a.m. The fire turned fatal. Seconds count in an emergency. Keeping fire hydrants unobstructed helps firefighters respond quickly.
The fire department said it took crews about an hour to get the fire under control. Officials, however, couldn't say how much time was lost because of the parked cars.From Park Slope to Dumbo to Bushwick to Brooklyn Heights and all points between, NBC New York covers Brooklyn news, weather, traffic and more.Super Bowl
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