Maspeth House Fire Severely Injures 2; Firefighters Combat Springfield Gardens Blaze
In a dramatic turn of events, two separate fires erupted in Queens, New York, overnight, resulting in serious injuries and extensive damage. The first incident occurred in Maspeth, where flames engulfed a home on 57th Road shortly before 3 a.m. on Sunday. This fire severely injured two individuals and required a substantial response from emergency services.
Fire Incident in Maspeth
Witnesses reported that heavy flames and thick smoke billowed from the residence. The New York City Fire Department (FDNY) dispatched over 140 firefighters and EMS personnel to the scene. According to reports, the blaze was brought under control by approximately 4:30 a.m.
- Location: 57th Road, Maspeth
- Time: Just before 3 a.m. on Sunday
- Injuries: At least two people seriously injured
- Response: Over 140 firefighters involved
- Control Time: Around 4:30 a.m.
The Red Cross stepped in to assist nine adults and a child affected by the fire. They are currently providing shelter and support for those impacted.
Springfield Gardens Blaze
In a separate incident, another fire broke out around midnight at a two-story building on Guy R. Brewer Boulevard in Springfield Gardens. This location is situated near John F. Kennedy International Airport.
- Location: Guy R. Brewer Boulevard, Springfield Gardens
- Time: Around midnight
- Occupancy: Believed to be unoccupied
- Firefighters Involved: Nearly 200 first responders
- Control Time: Over three hours to extinguish
Deputy Assistant Chief Tim Keenan commented on the aggressive interior attack by firefighters, stating that the fire spread rapidly, reaching the walls and cockloft, eventually breaking through the roof.
Investigations Underway
Authorities are actively investigating the causes of both fires. The FDNY is working to ascertain what sparked these blazes and whether there are any connections between them.
