An overnight inferno tore through a Pelham Gardens home, sending thick smoke rolling over Adee Avenue and drawing a heavy response from FDNY. Neighbors and video from the scene showed flames ripping through the house as firefighters worked to knock the blaze down. A BMW parked in the driveway was left badly charred, and officials had not immediately released any information on possible injuries or what sparked the fire.
According to News 12 New York, the call brought dozens of firefighters to Adee Avenue, where crews were seen attacking the flames and venting thick smoke from the windows. The outlet also noted the burned car in the driveway and said it had contacted FDNY for more details on the incident and any investigation.
What residents saw
Neighbors described a tense, chaotic scene as trucks rolled in, with firefighters stretching hoses and using ladder operations to beat back the flames and keep them from jumping to nearby homes. Pelham Gardens sits in the northeast Bronx and is part of Bronx Community Board 11, the local district that includes Allerton and surrounding blocks.
What officials say and what they haven't
News 12 reported that as of early Wednesday it was still unclear whether anyone was home or injured when the fire broke out, and no official cause had been released. The station said it had reached out to FDNY for comment, but the department had not yet provided detailed information on the incident through city channels at the time of reporting.
Where to watch for updates
FDNY fire investigators typically determine a cause after crews fully secure the scene and it is safe to examine the property, and the department may share updates later in the day. Residents who want official emergency notices can sign up for neighborhood alerts via Notify NYC as authorities release more information.
