A recent Flatbush fire, which occurred on Lenox Road, resulted in the death of a 50-year-old man and left another man critically injured. The FDNY investigated the incident as potentially suspicious but later confirmed it was an accidental fire caused by an electrical issue. The Red Cross has since provided support for five displaced families, totaling 17 people. Neighbors expressed their shock and concern about safety in the area, particularly for families with children as they navigate this tragic event. The investigation is now closed, clarifying the cause of the fire.
Initial investigations suggested suspicious circumstances surrounding the fire, but upon further examination, the FDNY confirmed that the cause was an accidental electrical issue.
The fire resulted in one fatality, leaving a 50-year-old man found unresponsive, while another individual was critically injured and hospitalized.
The incident has left a profound impact on the community, with neighbors expressing deep concern for safety, especially with children present.
In the aftermath, the Red Cross stepped in to support five displaced families, totaling 13 adults and four children, providing temporary housing support.
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