"As we started to open the walls up, it became apparent that the fire had extended," FDNY Assistant Chief Joseph Ferrante said. "This is a non-fireproof building. It's made primarily of wood. The fire extended to the sixth floor and then eventually into to cock area of the top floor. At that point, we realized we had an advanced fire on our hands."
"The fire today at the Greenwood Arms was devastating, and I commend the quick and heroic actions of the FDNY in bringing this under control before even more damage was caused," Council Member Joann Ariola said. "Thanks to the incredible efforts of New York's Bravest, there were only two minor injuries reported from this blaze. The fire has tragically left a number of residents displaced, and my heart goes out to them."
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