A small fire broke out in a New Brighton home on Tuesday morning, but was quickly extinguished by sprinklers before the FDNY arrived. According to a spokesman for the FDNY/EMS, the fire was reported at 8:05 a.m. at 224 Richmond Terrace near Nicholas Street. A person with minor injuries was taken to Richmond University Medical Center in West Brighton. The FDNY responded to the scene with 26 fire personnel and four units. A source with knowledge of the incident indicated that the fire may have been caused by lit candles. Fire marshals are currently investigating the cause of the fire.
Fire Extinguished by Sprinklers in New Brighton Home
