A late-night fire in an East Flatbush building left two residents dead and sent a firefighter to the hospital, according to officials, after thick smoke poured from the structure and crews battled flames well into the night.
Police said a 911 call reporting a fire at 446 Kingston Ave. came in just after 11 p.m. FDNY crews rushed to the scene and knocked down the blaze, according to News12 Brooklyn. EMS transported an 80-year-old woman and a 59-year-old man to NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County, where officials later confirmed both had died. One firefighter was taken to a hospital for smoke inhalation and was expected to recover, authorities said. The cause of the fire remained undetermined early Tuesday as investigators moved in.
Fire Marshals On The Scene
Fire marshals have been called in to determine where and how the blaze started. The FDNY’s Bureau of Fire Investigation is responsible for origin-and-cause work and can pursue criminal investigations when evidence points that way, according to the FDNY. Marshals typically secure and document the scene, collect and preserve evidence, interview witnesses and prepare detailed reports that can guide both safety measures and potential enforcement actions.
Victims And Crew Status
At least one firefighter was taken to the hospital with smoke inhalation and was expected to be OK, News12 Brooklyn reports. Investigators remained at the address in the early morning hours Tuesday, canvassing for witnesses and documenting the damage inside and outside the building. Neighbors described a heavy emergency presence, with multiple fire engines and ambulances lining the block while crews worked through the night.
Neighborhood Context
East Flatbush has seen several significant residential fires in recent months, prompting concern among residents about building safety and preparedness. Earlier this month, a large East Flatbush blaze earlier this month drew numerous FDNY units and left locals on edge. In the wake of serious fires, city agencies frequently remind tenants to test smoke detectors regularly and keep escape routes clear.
Fire marshals said they will release their findings once the investigation is complete, and city officials are expected to share further updates as they come in. Hoodline will update this story as more information is provided by authorities.
