Fire Critic An Unadulterated View of the Fire Service
FDNY Firefighters battled a 5 alarm fire in Queens today. There was also a 3 alarm Fire in the Bronx around the same time.
Firefighters were hampered by blocked streets due to the heavy snow and heavy wind. Maybe you didn’t hear about the blizzard that just pummeled the Northeast.
Blocked Street Delays Firefighters (source)
5 Firefighters and 3 civilians were hurt in the blaze at 41-72 Judge Street in Elmhurst.
News Stories:
- 5 Alarm Fire Rips Through Queens Building
- FDNY delayed by snow, wind fighting NYC blaze
- Five Alarm Fire Injures Eight In Queens
Watch the videos below and listen to the audio to see and hear what the firefighters had to contend with.
