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Five-Alarm Fire in Bronx's Morris Heights Damages Six Businesses, Delays FDNY Response

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Updated Mar 13, 2025, 09:59 PM

A five-alarm fire erupted in the Bronx on Thursday morning, severely damaging six businesses located on Jerome Avenue and West Burnside Avenue in the Morris Heights section. The fire, which started around 8:21 a.m., spread rapidly through the cockloft space of old buildings that had been renovated multiple times, affecting a row of stores and causing significant smoke and traffic disruptions in the area. The FDNY reported no injuries from the incident, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation. The FDNY's response to the fire was briefly delayed due to a vehicle parked in front of a fire hydrant, a recurring issue highlighted by FDNY Commissioner Robert Tucker. He emphasized the dangers of such parking practices, noting that they can slow down firefighting operations and potentially lead to tragic outcomes. The driver responsible was issued a summons. The fire led to the temporary closure of the Burnside Avenue subway station, with No. 4 trains bypassing the stop due to the firefighting operations. The affected businesses included a variety of establishments such as a deli, a pharmacy, and several restaurants, with the fire spreading through multiple ceiling levels.

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City of New York

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Welcome to the "Year of Fire Prevention"! In celebration of the centennial of Fire Prevention Week, New York City is launching a series of educational events across the city and providing life-saving resources in the 100 blocks most at risk for fires. https://t.co/1Ay0d3rQ7p https://t.co/fM0Ghwp25N

New York Daily News

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Massive five-alarm fire destroys row of Bronx stores — as a car parker, again, blocks hydrant https://t.co/oEu1ExoWB1

Spectrum News NY1

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A five-alarm fire broke out in the Bronx Thursday morning, seriously damaging six businesses and sending heavy smoke billowing into the air, authorities said. https://t.co/wg0kGsJBGQ

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