Fire in Binghamton Claims Firefighter's Life, Injures Others

Staff Report / Scrantonlocal.org

**Fire in Binghamton, NY Results in Tragic Loss and Injuries**

Binghamton, NY – A tragic incident unfolded last night as a fire in Binghamton led to the death of one firefighter and injuries to multiple others, according to reports shared by the Scranton Firefighters Union, Local 60. The firefighter who passed away was a member of Binghamton Local 729.

The incident has brought significant grief to the firefighting community and beyond. The Scranton Firefighters Union expressed their solidarity and urged others to keep the affected firefighters and their families in their thoughts.

Further details surrounding the fire and the condition of the injured firefighters have not yet been made available. Efforts are likely ongoing to investigate and respond to the situation.

This heartbreaking event serves as a somber reminder of the dangers firefighters face while working to protect their communities.



Source: Scranton Firefighters

Source Type: Fire

Source Location: Scranton

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