Quick action by Ladder 102 officer saves life during Clinton Avenue blaze
Brooklyn, NY – A fast-moving apartment fire in Brooklyn prompted a dramatic rescue after a trapped resident was pulled to safety by an FDNY lieutenant as conditions worsened inside the building. The fire broke out Monday evening in a high-rise residential structure, drawing a rapid emergency response.
Firefighters responded around 6 p.m. to 201 Clinton Avenue, a 14-story fireproof multiple dwelling. During the incident, crews encountered a dangerous situation on an upper floor as smoke and heat intensified.
Lifesaving rescue amid deteriorating conditions
Lieutenant Erik Wieber of Ladder Company 102 located and rescued a trapped occupant from a sixth-floor apartment. “During this incident, Ladder Company 102 Lieutenant Erik Wieber made a lifesaving rescue of a trapped occupant, removing the victim from a sixth-floor apartment as conditions rapidly deteriorated,” the FDNY stated.
Key Points
- FDNY responded to apartment fire at 201 Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn
- Lieutenant Erik Wieber rescued trapped resident from sixth floor
- Victim received immediate medical care after being brought to safety
Officials said the rescue was carried out as fire conditions inside the building were rapidly worsening, increasing the urgency of the operation.
Victim receives immediate medical care
After being removed from the apartment, the rescued individual was treated by EMS personnel at the scene. “Because of his quick thinking and decisive action, the person was brought to safety and received immediate medical care from EMS personnel,” the department said.
The FDNY commended Wieber and the members of Ladder Company 102 for their response. “We commend Lieutenant Wieber and the members of Ladder 102 for their professionalism and commitment to protecting life,” officials said.
