Brooklyn, NY – A large commercial building in Brooklyn caught fire Thursday evening, prompting a massive FDNY response that brought nearly 200 emergency personnel to the scene. Flames were already breaking through the roof by the time first units arrived, officials said.
The fire broke out at 1021 Avenue H, where 63 units and 192 firefighters, EMTs, and officers were dispatched. Crews reached the scene in under four minutes and immediately encountered heavy fire conditions.
“First-arriving units encountered heavy fire through the roof, and additional alarms were quickly transmitted to bring the incident under control,” said Assistant Chief Joseph Duggan Jr.
Key Points
- 3-alarm fire broke out at commercial building on Avenue H in Brooklyn
- 192 FDNY personnel and 63 units responded within minutes
- No injuries reported; cause of fire remains under investigation
Heavy fire conditions on arrival
Firefighters arriving at the scene were met with intense flames already extending through the roof, requiring rapid escalation to a third alarm. The additional resources helped contain the blaze before it could spread to nearby structures.
Officials have not released details on the type of business operating inside the building or the extent of structural damage.
Investigation underway
No injuries were reported among civilians or first responders. Fire marshals are now working to determine the cause of the fire.
The incident remains under investigation as crews assess damage and ensure the site is सुरक्षित.