A fire broke out on Friday morning at Breukelen Houses in Canarsie, quickly contained by about 60 firefighters with no reported injuries. The fire marshal is investigating the cause. Built in 1957, the complex houses over 1,500 units and has a history of maintenance problems, evidenced by a 2015 report of 900 outstanding work orders. Other NYCHA developments have also faced fires recently, prompting concerns about resident safety and building conditions.
The fire broke out at Breukelen Houses at 9:30 a.m., with firefighters quickly extinguishing the blaze, and no injuries were reported.
Breukelen Houses has faced significant maintenance issues, with a 2015 report highlighting nearly 900 outstanding work orders and ongoing safety violations.
The FDNY’s fire marshal is investigating the cause of the fire, while several other NYCHA developments in the borough have also experienced fires this year.
Residents at Breukelen Houses previously reported severe maintenance problems, including mold and leaky ceilings, during federal inspections in 2019.
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