Ben Walsh Mayor at City Of Syracuse | Official website
Ben Walsh Mayor at City Of Syracuse | Official website
On Tuesday, April 23, 2024, a fire broke out at a one-story home on East Laurel Street in Syracuse. Syracuse Firefighters responded to the scene after receiving a report of smoke in the area. The firefighters found heavy black smoke coming from the eaves of the roof upon arrival.
During the operation, one civilian sustained burn injuries and was promptly transported to a local hospital. The individual's injuries, fortunately, are not life-threatening.
Despite initial concerns about potential trapped victims, all searches conducted inside the building came back negative. The fire, which caused heavy damage to the first floor and attic areas of the vacant home, was eventually brought under control after about 60 minutes.
Syracuse Fire Investigators are currently investigating the origin and cause of the fire, with the investigation ongoing.
A total of 43 Fire Department personnel, along with other emergency response agencies including Syracuse Fire Department Ambulance, Syracuse Police, American Medical Response, National Grid, and the American Red Cross, responded to the incident.
In a statement, the authorities expressed gratitude, saying, "We thank our partners at the 911 Center, SPD, AMR, National Grid, and the Red Cross."
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