Brooklyn House Fire Kills Six and Injures Seven
· World · ABC News, The Independent
A fire in a two-story home in the Sunset Park neighbourhood of Brooklyn, New York, killed six people and injured seven others early Thursday. More than 200 firefighters responded to the blaze, which was brought under control in approximately three hours. Four victims died at the scene, while two others died after being transported to a hospital with critical injuries. Three firefighters were among the seven injured, all of whom suffered minor injuries. Fire marshals are investigating the cause, noting that a lithium-ion battery was found at the scene, though its connection to the fire remains unconfirmed.
Why it matters
The incident underscores the ongoing safety concerns regarding fire hazards in residential buildings and the potential risks associated with lithium-ion batteries.
Read the original report — ABC News
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