Bronx House Fire Critically Injures Woman and Hurts Two Boys

Firefighters responded to a house on East 154th Street in the Melrose section of the Bronx shortly before 1 a.m. on November 10. The blaze was seen on the upper level of the two-story home, and it took more than an hour to bring it under control. More than 70 fire and emergency medical personnel responded.

A 43-year-old woman suffered severe, life-threatening injuries and arrived at Harlem Hospital in critical condition. Two boys, ages 12 and 17, were brought to Lincoln Hospital with smoke inhalation. Both were listed in stable condition.

The fire charred the home’s upper floor, and heat melted siding on a neighboring house. Seven residents were displaced. The Red Cross was at the scene to assist.

Investigators have yet to determine what caused the fire.