18+ Residents Displaced After Devastating House Fire in Hempstead

18+ Residents Displaced After Devastating House Fire in Hempstead A raging house fire in Hempstead, Long Island has left 18 residents displaced and in need of emergency shelter. The fire broke out just before midnight on Sunday, January 15, at a two-family home located on Cedar Street. Firefighters arrived on the scene within minutes and encountered heavy smoke and flames. According to the Hempstead Fire Department, the blaze quickly spread throughout the second floor of the home, trapping several residents inside. Firefighters fought tirelessly to extinguish the flames and rescue the trapped occupants. Eighteen people, including seven children, were safely evacuated from the burning building. Two residents were transported to a local hospital for minor injuries. The Red Cross is assisting the displaced families with temporary housing, food, and clothing. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, and the extent of the damage is still being assessed. “This is a tragic event that has left these families with nothing,” said Hempstead Mayor Waylyn Hobbs Jr. “Our hearts go out to them during this difficult time.” The Hempstead Fire Department is urging residents to be vigilant about fire safety and to have working smoke detectors in their homes. “Smoke detectors save lives,” said Fire Chief George Kaufmann. “We cannot stress enough how important it is to make sure your home has functioning smoke detectors.” Community members are encouraged to reach out to the American Red Cross or their local community center to donate food, clothing, or financial assistance to the displaced families.Hempstead House Fire Displaces 18Hempstead House Fire Displaces 18 A house fire in Hempstead, New York, on Saturday morning displaced 18 people, according to the Red Cross. The Nassau County Fire Marshal determined that the house on Front Street had been illegally subdivided into multiple apartments and rental rooms. The fire erupted around 9:30 a.m. Firefighters took approximately 30 minutes to extinguish the flames. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Following the incident, the Village of Hempstead Construction Department responded to the scene for inspection. The Red Cross is providing support to the displaced individuals, assisting with shelter and other necessities.At least 18 people have been displaced after a fire tore through a two-family home in Hempstead on Tuesday night. The fire broke out at the home on Shelton Avenue just before 10 p.m. Firefighters arrived to find heavy smoke and flames coming from the second floor of the home. Crews were able to quickly extinguish the fire, but not before it caused extensive damage to the home. The 18 people who were displaced by the fire are being assisted by the Red Cross. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.