A tragic fire at the USA Buddhayaram Temple in the Bronx on Wednesday morning resulted in the deaths of a monk and a visitor. The blaze was sparked by a space heater contacting flammable materials. Firefighters encountered difficulties accessing a hydrant due to a car blocking the route, complicating rescue efforts. Community support is expected for temple recovery, as the temple's treasurer voiced commitment to aid from the Thai community worldwide. The incident highlights challenges in urban firefighting, where quick access to hydrants is crucial for effective response during emergencies.
"Certainly if those hydrants were not blocked, it's a little bit of a smoother, quicker operation. And seconds count when we're fighting fire and that slows us down."
"It's a disaster right now - the temple, but I was so shocked but I will try the best, all the Thai community will come to help, all around the world - whatever they can help."
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