Multiple firefighters injured in separate fires
As of Friday morning, at least 20 firefighters had been hurt in three separate fires in New York City since the evening before.
As of Friday morning, at least 20 firefighters had been hurt in three separate fires in New York City since the evening before.
An emotional FDNY graduation
A new group of heroes joined the ranks of the FDNY on Wednesday; 311 probationary firefighters graduated during a ceremony in Brooklyn. This class had plenty of inspiration on the path to becoming New York's Bravest. The class featured two third-generation firefighters. But for the first time in the FDNY's 153-year history, a child followed in his mother's footsteps.
A new group of heroes joined the ranks of the FDNY on Wednesday; 311 probationary firefighters graduated during a ceremony in Brooklyn. This class had plenty of inspiration on the path to becoming New York's Bravest. The class featured two third-generation firefighters. But for the first time in the FDNY's 153-year history, a child followed in his mother's footsteps.
Brooklyn traffic accident
A car jumped the curb and slammed into a crowd of pedestrians in Flatbush, Brooklyn, Friday night. The incident happened at Flatbush and Farragut Avenues at about 8:45 p.m. At least 13 people were hurt, the FDNY said. Two of them are in extremely critical condition. The driver and passenger were also taken to the hospital.
A car jumped the curb and slammed into a crowd of pedestrians in Flatbush, Brooklyn, Friday night. The incident happened at Flatbush and Farragut Avenues at about 8:45 p.m. At least 13 people were hurt, the FDNY said. Two of them are in extremely critical condition. The driver and passenger were also taken to the hospital.
Funeral for hero firefighter
A New York City firefighter killed while battling a fire on a movie set has been hailed as a hero in the majestic St. Patrick's Cathedral. Cardinal Timothy Dolan, noting that Catholics are observing Holy Week, said Tuesday that Michael Davidson, 37, gave his life for others, as Jesus did. Dolan said Davidson's blood contained "the DNA of the FDNY" and that his "service as a fireman was a vocation, hardly a job." During the mass, Eric Davidson described his brother as "salt of the earth."
A New York City firefighter killed while battling a fire on a movie set has been hailed as a hero in the majestic St. Patrick's Cathedral. Cardinal Timothy Dolan, noting that Catholics are observing Holy Week, said Tuesday that Michael Davidson, 37, gave his life for others, as Jesus did. Dolan said Davidson's blood contained "the DNA of the FDNY" and that his "service as a fireman was a vocation, hardly a job." During the mass, Eric Davidson described his brother as "salt of the earth."
Firefighter mourned
Mourners of a New York City firefighter killed fighting a fire on a movie set are paying their respects over the coming days. The viewing for Michael Davidson was held at Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Home in Floral Park Sunday and Monday. Captain Daniel Kudlak and firefighters who worked with Davidson at Engine Company 69 Ladder 28 in Harlem came Monday evening. Kudlak said he and Davidson were more than colleagues?they were close friends and their fathers worked at the same firehouse.
Mourners of a New York City firefighter killed fighting a fire on a movie set are paying their respects over the coming days. The viewing for Michael Davidson was held at Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Home in Floral Park Sunday and Monday. Captain Daniel Kudlak and firefighters who worked with Davidson at Engine Company 69 Ladder 28 in Harlem came Monday evening. Kudlak said he and Davidson were more than colleagues?they were close friends and their fathers worked at the same firehouse.
Firefighter dies in Harlem fire
Brave members of the FDNY fought a fire in Harlem. Firefighter Michael Davidson of Engine Co. 69 got separated from his team and died. A precession Friday took Davidson's body back home to Long Island. The 37-year-old had served the FDNY for 15 years. Firefighting was in his blood?his father is a retired firefighter and his brother is a member of the department, too.
Brave members of the FDNY fought a fire in Harlem. Firefighter Michael Davidson of Engine Co. 69 got separated from his team and died. A precession Friday took Davidson's body back home to Long Island. The 37-year-old had served the FDNY for 15 years. Firefighting was in his blood?his father is a retired firefighter and his brother is a member of the department, too.
Hometown mourns firefighter
People in Floral Park are remembering Firefighter Michael Davidson as a family man and a great neighbor. The 37-year-old hero left behind a wife and four young children. Neighbors say he loved his children made a name for himself as someone always smiling and willing to help others.
People in Floral Park are remembering Firefighter Michael Davidson as a family man and a great neighbor. The 37-year-old hero left behind a wife and four young children. Neighbors say he loved his children made a name for himself as someone always smiling and willing to help others.
FDNY Firefighter Dies
A firefighter died at a building where an Edward Norton movie is using as a set.
A firefighter died at a building where an Edward Norton movie is using as a set.
FDNY heroes killed in Iraq
Two members of the FDNY were among the seven U.S. service members killed when their helicopter crashed in western Iraq on Thursday. The helo, used by the Air Force for combat search and rescue, went down in Anbar Province, the Pentagon said. All crew members died. Among them was Christopher Raguso, a lieutenant in the FDNY, according to the Commack Fire Department on Long Island, where he also volunteered. Christopher "Tripp" Zanetis also died in the crash, the New York Post reported, citing his father.
Two members of the FDNY were among the seven U.S. service members killed when their helicopter crashed in western Iraq on Thursday. The helo, used by the Air Force for combat search and rescue, went down in Anbar Province, the Pentagon said. All crew members died. Among them was Christopher Raguso, a lieutenant in the FDNY, according to the Commack Fire Department on Long Island, where he also volunteered. Christopher "Tripp" Zanetis also died in the crash, the New York Post reported, citing his father.
Raguso remembered
Christopher Raguso, a lieutenant in the FDNY, was killed in Iraq while serving with the Air National Guard. He also volunteered with the Commack Fire Department on Long Island. Fire Commissioner Pat Fazio said Raguso died doing what he loved and will never be forgotten. He is survived by his wife and two daughters.
Christopher Raguso, a lieutenant in the FDNY, was killed in Iraq while serving with the Air National Guard. He also volunteered with the Commack Fire Department on Long Island. Fire Commissioner Pat Fazio said Raguso died doing what he loved and will never be forgotten. He is survived by his wife and two daughters.
INTERVIEW: FDNY commissioner
New York City Fire Commissioner Daniel Nigro came to Fox 5 to speak about some important issues regarding public safety and the department.
New York City Fire Commissioner Daniel Nigro came to Fox 5 to speak about some important issues regarding public safety and the department.
Mini ambulances in Times Square
In an emergency, every second counts. And in a jam-packed Times Square, squeezing through traffic in a big ambulance slows down first responders' arrival time. The delay could be life-threatening. Cue the ASAP vehicle. The FDNY's new ASAP vehicle is designed to get to Times Square as soon as possible, but the name actually stands for alternative support apparatus. The truck is 8 feet tall and 5 feet in width, as compared to a normal ambulance, which is 9 feet tall and 8 feet wide.
In an emergency, every second counts. And in a jam-packed Times Square, squeezing through traffic in a big ambulance slows down first responders' arrival time. The delay could be life-threatening. Cue the ASAP vehicle. The FDNY's new ASAP vehicle is designed to get to Times Square as soon as possible, but the name actually stands for alternative support apparatus. The truck is 8 feet tall and 5 feet in width, as compared to a normal ambulance, which is 9 feet tall and 8 feet wide.
Rockaway apartment fire
A fire at an apartment building in Queens left several people hurt, including some cops and firefighters, on Friday afternoon. The fire broke out at about 11:20 a.m. inside an apartment at 88-00 Shore Front Parkway on the Rockaway Peninsula, officials said. The fire was on the 11th floor of the 13-story building.
A fire at an apartment building in Queens left several people hurt, including some cops and firefighters, on Friday afternoon. The fire broke out at about 11:20 a.m. inside an apartment at 88-00 Shore Front Parkway on the Rockaway Peninsula, officials said. The fire was on the 11th floor of the 13-story building.
Queens apartment fire
A fire at an apartment building in Queens left several people hurt, including some cops and firefighters, on Friday afternoon. The fire broke out at about 11:20 a.m. inside an apartment at 88-00 Shore Front Parkway on the Rockaway Peninsula, officials said. The fire was on the 11th floor of the 13-story building.
A fire at an apartment building in Queens left several people hurt, including some cops and firefighters, on Friday afternoon. The fire broke out at about 11:20 a.m. inside an apartment at 88-00 Shore Front Parkway on the Rockaway Peninsula, officials said. The fire was on the 11th floor of the 13-story building.
Bronx fire victims
Smoke and fire at an apartment building in the Bronx killed 12 people, including several children. Maria Batiz and her granddaughter were among victims. Batiz and the baby were trapped in their 3rd floor apartment and reportedly found in the bathtub. Shawntay Young, 19, and her aunt and two cousins also died. Emmanuel Mensah, 28, a U.S. Army soldier, perished as well.
Smoke and fire at an apartment building in the Bronx killed 12 people, including several children. Maria Batiz and her granddaughter were among victims. Batiz and the baby were trapped in their 3rd floor apartment and reportedly found in the bathtub. Shawntay Young, 19, and her aunt and two cousins also died. Emmanuel Mensah, 28, a U.S. Army soldier, perished as well.
Fatal Bronx fire investigation
Fire officials said a toddler playing with stove burners ignited a fire that swept through an apartment building in the Bronx. The fire killed a dozen people. For more people were hospitalized and are fighting for their lives.
Fire officials said a toddler playing with stove burners ignited a fire that swept through an apartment building in the Bronx. The fire killed a dozen people. For more people were hospitalized and are fighting for their lives.
Update from FDNY commissioner
FDNY Commissioner Daniel Nigro on Friday provided an update on the fast-moving fire that killed 12 people in an apartment building in the Bronx the night before. A child playing with the burners on a stove apparently sparked a fire in a first-floor apartment. The fire then quickly spread upstairs and engulfed the building.
FDNY Commissioner Daniel Nigro on Friday provided an update on the fast-moving fire that killed 12 people in an apartment building in the Bronx the night before. A child playing with the burners on a stove apparently sparked a fire in a first-floor apartment. The fire then quickly spread upstairs and engulfed the building.
Officials: Bronx fire kills 12
Mayor Bill de Blasio said a fire at an apartment building in the Bronx killed at least a dozen people.
Mayor Bill de Blasio said a fire at an apartment building in the Bronx killed at least a dozen people.
Menorah causes fatal fire
Four members of one family, including three children, died?in an overnight fire in Brooklyn. Fire investigators believe that a lit menorah started the fire. Neighbors said the family was known to light menorah candles in celebration of Hanukkah. Police responded to a call at East 14th St. in Sheepshead Bay at about 2:15 a.m. First responders found the bodies of the four victims: Aliza Azan, 39, and three of her children, an Moshe, 11, Yitzah, 7, and Henrietta, 3.
Four members of one family, including three children, died?in an overnight fire in Brooklyn. Fire investigators believe that a lit menorah started the fire. Neighbors said the family was known to light menorah candles in celebration of Hanukkah. Police responded to a call at East 14th St. in Sheepshead Bay at about 2:15 a.m. First responders found the bodies of the four victims: Aliza Azan, 39, and three of her children, an Moshe, 11, Yitzah, 7, and Henrietta, 3.
Deadly fire in Brooklyn
Four members of one family, including three children, are dead after an overnight fire in Brooklyn. Fire investigators believe that a lit oil-based menorah or a candle may have started the fire. Police responded to a call at 19 East 14th St. in Sheepshead Bay at about 2:15 a.m. First responders found the bodies of the four victims.
Four members of one family, including three children, are dead after an overnight fire in Brooklyn. Fire investigators believe that a lit oil-based menorah or a candle may have started the fire. Police responded to a call at 19 East 14th St. in Sheepshead Bay at about 2:15 a.m. First responders found the bodies of the four victims.