Nov. 18, 2024 By Lloyd Mitchell Firefighters rescued three civilians from an early morning blaze in Canarsie on Monday, officials said. The fire broke out around 2:20 a.m. at 1120 East 81st St., between Avenue K and Avenue L, in a three-story brick building, according to the FDNY. Crews from Engine Company 257 and…
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Firefighters battle blaze in Brooklyn linked to damaged lithium batteries
Oct. 14, 2024 By Lloyd Mitchell Fire marshals are investigating the cause of a house fire at 39 Ave. O between West 9th and 10th streets in Bensonhurst on Sunday morning. Firefighters from Engine Company 330 and Tower Ladder 172 responded to heavy flames pouring from a first-floor window of a two-story brick building…
Restler proposes legislation to prepare and protect New Yorkers during air quality emergencies
Oct. 5, 2023 By Isabel Song Beer
New York City Council Member Lincoln Restler has introduced a new legislative package aimed to improve air quality for New Yorkers and notify them during air quality-related emergencies.
Concerts, outdoor events canceled in Brooklyn as wildfire smoke threatens public health
Jun. 7, 2023 By Kirstyn Brendlen & Adam Daly
Wildfire smoke has forced several local organizations to call off concerts and events planned for Wednesday night as health officials urge New Yorkers to stay inside.