A deadly house fire broke out Wednesday evening at approximately 5:30 p.m. at a residence on Glenmere Road, prompting a large multi-agency emergency response.
Sources tell Monsey Scoop that one person was found deceased inside an apartment at the scene. The individual’s identity has not yet been released.
Firefighters arrived to find heavy fire conditions, with flames actively burning throughout the structure. Crews worked aggressively to bring the main body of the fire under control and prevent further spread.
Multiple fire departments responded, including the New City Fire Department, Congers Fire Department, Hillcrest Fire Department, West Nyack Fire Department, and Thiells Fire Department. New City EMS was also on scene, along with Clarkstown Police, who secured the area and are assisting with the investigation.
Officials have not yet released information on how the fire started or whether there were any additional injuries. Further details are expected as the investigation continues.
This is a developing story. Monsey Scoop will update as more information becomes available to us
Very sad and tragic.
Was the apartment legal with a certificate of occupancy?
Why exactly does it matter to you?
I grew up close to that house and none of the homes in that neighborhood had apartments within,. or were two family dwellings.
The deceased is a longtime friend. This is unbelievably sad and tragic.