Another Bronx Blaze Hits Home—This Time with 23 Injuries
What Went Down
- The fire sparked in a three‑storey red‑brick building on Commonwealth Avenue, right near the Bronx Zoo.
- It frosted out around 5:30 am on Tuesday, just a week after the city’s deadliest blaze since 1993.
- Within eight heart‑stopping hours, the crew finally tamed the inferno.
The Response (and the First‑hand Story)
New York City Fire Chief Daniel Nigro recounted the scene: “Our units arrived and were immediately faced with heavy fire. Numerous people were brought out of the building by the firefighters on scene.”
‘How many kids?
- At least nine children were hurt.
- Four others were in life‑threatening condition, and a firefighter was among those with minor injuries.
The Aftermath
The blaze left 11 families—29 adults and 11 kids—without a roof over their heads. That’s a lot of people who are now looking for a new place to call home.
Why It’s a Big Deal
Remember the fire last Thursday, where a three‑year‑old sparked a kitchen inferno that killed 12 people? That tragedy was the biggest fire disaster we’ve seen in our city in over 25 years. Mayor Bill de Blasio called out the odds by calling it the city’s “worst fire tragedy”.
Let’s Send Some Good Wishes
Mayor Bill de Blasio tweeted a heartfelt note: “Praying for a swift recovery for all those injured,” expressing gratitude for the fire department’s heroic effort.
Takeaway
This is a grim reminder that safety is no joke, even in the Bronx. Let’s hope the fire department can keep the flames at distance and residents safer from next time.
