Crews respond within minutes to fully engulfed home on Van Brunt Road
Queens, NY – A late-night house fire in Queens prompted a large-scale emergency response Tuesday, with nearly 200 firefighters and EMS personnel working for hours to bring the blaze under control. The fire broke out at a private dwelling located at 35 Van Brunt Road.
According to the FDNY, 63 units and 192 personnel were dispatched to the scene, arriving in approximately four minutes to find the structure fully involved in flames. The conditions triggered an aggressive firefighting operation as crews worked to contain the fire and prevent further spread.
Firefighters remained on scene for about two hours before the fire was officially placed under control. No immediate details were released regarding injuries.
Massive FDNY response to fully involved structure
The FDNY described the urgency of the situation upon arrival. “Late Tuesday evening, the FDNY responded to a fire at 35 Van Brunt Road in Queens, bringing 63 units and 192 Firefighters and EMS personnel to the scene,” the department said.
Meanwhile, Hollis Man Sentenced to 25 Years to Life for Killing Pawn Shop Owner During 2022 Robbery.
Deputy Chief Daniel Tarter stated, “First-arriving units immediately went to work to bring the fire under control.”
Key Points
- FDNY deployed 63 units and 192 personnel to Queens house fire
- Crews arrived within four minutes to find home fully engulfed
- Fire brought under control after approximately two hours
Officials confirmed that firefighters conducted an aggressive interior and exterior attack to contain the blaze. “Firefighters operated for approximately two hours before placing the fire under control,” the FDNY said.
Cause of fire under investigation
The cause of the fire remains under investigation, with fire marshals expected to examine the scene for potential ignition sources and contributing factors.
Authorities have not yet released information on the extent of damage or whether residents were displaced as a result of the fire.
Top story update, Dad-Dancing Bruce Springsteen Superfan Chris Christie Snubbed by the Boss at Concert.
Also happening, Pepper spray attack on elderly men sparks hunt for suspect in Queens.