"A quiet Friday morning in Morrisania turned tense when a balcony at a high-rise apartment building on East 169th Street erupted into flames, triggering a major FDNY response. Crews were dispatched shortly after a 6 a.m. call and worked to contain the blaze. Officials reported that two people suffered minor injuries. According to News 12 New York, the balcony was described as being "in flames" as firefighters pulled up. Close to 80 FDNY members rushed to the scene, and units battled the fire."
"The FDNY has repeatedly flagged lithium-ion batteries - the kind commonly used in e-bikes, scooters and many household devices - as a growing cause of residential fires. As noted by FDNY Smart, there were 268 battery-related fires in 2023, and the department urges residents not to charge or store e-vehicles on balconies and to stick to certified chargers."
"When a sizable blaze breaks out, the FDNY's Bureau of Fire Investigation - better known as the fire marshals - is responsible for determining how and where it started. According to the FDNY, marshals document their findings, can refer cases for criminal charges if arson is suspected, and provide evidence that can influence prosecutions or future safety policy changes."
A balcony at a high-rise on East 169th Street erupted into flames early Friday morning, prompting a major FDNY response. Crews arrived shortly after a 6 a.m. call and worked to contain the blaze; two people suffered minor injuries. Close to 80 FDNY members were on scene. The FDNY has warned that lithium-ion batteries are an increasing cause of residential fires, reporting 268 battery-related fires in 2023 and advising against charging or storing e-vehicles on balconies. The FDNY Bureau of Fire Investigation will determine the origin and document findings. Neighbors reported being shaken but grateful for the rapid response. Officials have not released further updates.
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