Seven residents displaced after a devastating blaze in Melrose; FDNY investigates cause
Husneara Choudhury:
— A 43-year-old woman was critically injured and two children were hurt after a devastating overnight fire broke out at a residential home in the Melrose section of the Bronx.
According to the New York City Fire Department (FDNY), the fire started shortly after 12:45 a.m. Tuesday at a home on East 154th Street.
The woman suffered severe burns and was rushed to Harlem Hospital, where she remains in critical condition.
Two boys, ages 12 and 17, were also injured and transported to Lincoln Hospital. Both were reported to be in stable condition.
The fire displaced seven residents from the home, leaving them without shelter. More than 70 firefighters and emergency medical personnel responded to the scene to battle the blaze and assist those affected.
Firefighters worked for more than an hour to bring the fire under control. The American Red Cross also responded to provide assistance to the displaced residents.
The cause of the fire remains unknown, and FDNY officials are continuing their investigation.
The incident highlights the importance of residential fire safety, functioning smoke alarms, and having an emergency evacuation plan to protect families and prevent further tragedies.
