Fire at 62nd Street and 17th Avenue Quickly Brought Under Control

By BoroPark24 Staff

A fire broke out on Monday afternoon at a building located near the intersection of 62nd Street and 17th Avenue, next door to the Aleksander Yeshiva, prompting a swift response from the FDNY.

Multiple fire units rushed to the scene and quickly began battling the flames. Thanks to their prompt action, the fire was brought under control in a short time, preventing it from spreading to nearby structures.

Baruch Hashem, no injuries were reported in the incident. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

To note, this is the third fire in just 24 hours in the Boro Park area.

reportage and photos: Ari Freund