Six dead and others injured in fire at Brooklyn building
Summary
A fire at a residential building near Sunset Park in Brooklyn killed six people and injured six civilians and three firefighters, according to New York City fire officials. The cause is under investigation; responders also found a lithium-ion battery at the scene, but officials have not said whether it was connected to the fire.Key Facts
- The fire was reported at about 01:40 local time on Thursday.
- More than 230 firefighters and emergency medical personnel responded.
- Responders found the building’s first and second floors engulfed in flames.
- Four people were found dead at the scene; two others later died after being found in critical condition.
- Six civilians were injured, including two who were in critical condition.
- Three firefighters were also injured.
- A hazardous-materials team responded because a lithium-ion battery was present.
- The FDNY is investigating the cause of the fire.
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