"At one point, we were using approximately 15,000 gallons of water a minute on this fire. There is extensive, extensive damage to these buildings, just complete losses. The warehouse at 17 53rd St. was completely destroyed, its roof collapsed, and there was danger that the walls would too."
"When firefighters arrived on the scene, they were met with heavy, heavy fire that had already begun to spread to two neighboring industrial buildings. It was too dangerous for firefighters to remain inside. Firefighters immediately ordered all members out of the building and triggered multiple alarms to bring more than 250 firefighters and EMS personnel to the scene."
"Explosions could be heard inside the building and plumes of smoke and flame shot from the roof as firefighters mounted their offensive. Crews attacked the flames from six tower ladders and two fireboats in the bay. By 6 a.m., the blaze had been brought somewhat under control, but fires were still actively burning."
A major five-alarm fire erupted at 17 53rd Street in Sunset Park's industrial waterfront area shortly after midnight on March 11. The blaze spread rapidly to two neighboring warehouses, forcing firefighters to evacuate immediately due to dangerous conditions and explosions. Over 250 firefighters and EMS personnel responded to the scene, attacking the flames from six tower ladders and two fireboats while using approximately 15,000 gallons of water per minute. The primary warehouse, home to Mr. Tile manufacturer, was completely destroyed with roof collapse and wall danger. The two adjacent buildings sustained extensive damage. By 6 a.m., the fire was partially controlled but still actively burning. Two firefighters suffered minor smoke inhalation injuries, and thick smoke blanketed the area, prompting residents to keep windows closed.
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