A tragic house fire in Jamaica Estates, Queens, on Easter Sunday left three people dead and four injured. The fire erupted shortly after 1 a.m., starting on the first floor and rapidly engulfing the entire structure. Investigators stated that the absence of functioning smoke detectors likely contributed to the tragedy. FDNY officials noted that the presence of makeshift walls and blocked exits hindered their response efforts. The incident raises serious concerns about fire safety measures within homes, particularly the critical role of smoke detectors in saving lives.
"There's no evidence to us at this time that there's a working smoke detector in this house," FDNY Commissioner Robert Tucker said at the scene.
"I won't stop saying it: smoke detectors save lives," he cautioned.
Officials with the department said makeshift walls and blocked exits and stairwells in the home made it difficult to respond.
Four others were hurt, one of whom was listed in critical condition. The other three were firefighters that were treated for minor injuries.
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