Harlem Blaze Destroys Row of Stores, One Firefighter Injured
November 18, 2021 in Firefighter line of duty Injuries, In The News, Premise Liability
Early in the morning on Wednesday, November 3rd, a massive fire destroyed a row of stores on Lenox Avenue in Harlem. The five-alarm fire began just after 3 am before spreading to other stores.
The blaze continued for nine hours before firefighters on the scene brought the fire under control. It took more than four hours and nearly 200 emergency personnel. The cause of the fire is still unknown and under investigation.
One firefighter was injured while fighting the fire and was treated at Harlem hospital, but no other injuries were reported.
Multiple Businesses Were Affected in Harlem Fire
Among the businesses affected in the fire were a fish market of 35 years as well as a sneaker shop. Business owners and employees are left wondering what their next steps are in the coming weeks.
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