WEST NEW YORK BUILDING FIRE INJURES TEN FIREFIGHTERS AND FOUR RESIDENTS
" Hudson County Arson Task Force Investigating A Thanksgiving Day Late Afternoon Building Fire On Bergenline Avenue In West New York."
Saturday, November 25, 2023, 10:00 A.M. ET. By George Petruska: Englebrook Independent News
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WEST NEW YORK, NJ.- Hudson County Regional Arson Task Force, North Hudson Regional Fire and Rescue, and The West New York Police Department are continuing their investigation into the Cause of a West New York, New Jersey Building Fire that occurred Late Thanksgiving Day Afternoon.
According to Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez, on Thursday, November 23, 2023, at approximately 5:30 p.m., North Hudson Regional Fire and Rescue responded to a 911 Emergency Call reporting a Commerical and Residential Building Fire located at 5222 Bergenline Avenue in West New York, New Jersey.
Upon arrival, First Responders found Heavy Fire and Smoke coming from the Building. While Fighting the Fire, Ten Firefighters sustained Injuries. Two of the Firefighters suffered Serious Injuries and One still remains Hospitalized in Stable Condition. Additionally, Four Residents were treated for Minor Injuries and have been released from the Hospital.
After battling the Fire for Three Hours, Fire Personnel brought the Fire under control at 8:30 p.m., Thursday Night.
The initial investigation by Members of The Hudson County Regional Arson Task Force determined the Fire originated in the Bedroom of an Apartment. The Cause has still yet to be determined at this time. Anyone with information about this fire is asked to contact The Hudson County Regional Arson Task Force at (201) 915-1345, all information will be kept confidential.
FILED UNDER: NOVEMBER 25, 2023: LAW, LOCAL, HUDSON: