An electrical fire at Grand Central Madison, which started just after 8 a.m., disrupted LIRR service and resulted in injuries to three firefighters and another individual. FDNY Commissioner Robert Tucker reported that over 100 firefighters fought to extinguish the fire, which originated in a substation, creating near-zero visibility conditions due to heavy smoke. The situation required extensive resources to manage, including ventilation fans to clear the smoke. The cause of the fire is under investigation, and by 3 p.m., LIRR service was restored, although service was previously rerouted or canceled.
FDNY Commissioner Robert Tucker noted that more than 100 firefighters fought the electrical fire, which severely impacted LIRR service, with heavy smoke visibility challenges.
The fire started around 8 a.m. in a substation below-ground at Grand Central Madison, and it took significant resources to control and extinguish.
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