This browser does not support the Video element.
1 killed, 3 injured in Bronx high-rise fire
One person was killed, and three others were injured, following a high-rise fire in the High Bridge section of the Bronx, officials said.
NEW YORK - One person was killed, and three others were injured, following a high-rise fire in the High Bridge section of the Bronx, officials said.
It happened just before 10:30 p.m. on the 24th floor of a 26-story apartment building located at 1133 Ogden Ave.
According to officials, an unconscious 45-year-old man, identified as the father of the family, was found inside. He was transported by EMS to NYC Health & Hospitals/ Lincoln, where he was pronounced dead.
One person was killed, and three others were injured, in the fire. (Citizen App)
Three additional people inside the residence – a 46-year-old woman, a 15-year-old boy and an 11-month-old boy – were also transported by EMS to NYC Health & Hospitals/ Harlem.
They were all listed in stable condition with injuries believed to be non-life-threatening, officials said.
The fire was contained to just the single apartment.
The cause of the fire is unknown at this time. The investigation remains ongoing.