Fire Chief John Esposito emphasized the fire's severity, stating it spread through the cockloft and destroyed all top-floor apartments. Evacuations were extremely urgent.
Commissioner Robert Tucker highlighted the extraordinary outcome, stating, 'It's a miracle that no fatalities occurred; this was a very, very large fire.' His relief expressed the gratitude for emergency responders.
Zach Iscol addressed the immediate response for those affected, noting several agencies collaborated to assist around 180 displaced individuals, providing warming buses and a reception center.
Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson praised the efforts of the firefighters, stating, 'We are grateful that there are no fatalities… families are right now displaced and worried.'
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