Fire at Thai temple in New York leaves 2 dead

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A devestating fire engulfed a Thai Buddhist temple in the Bronx, New York, early Wednesday morning, resulting in the deaths of two individuals. The blaze ignited around 6 a.m. on Anthony Avenue, near East Burnside Avenue and East 180th Street, rapidly consuming the temple and leaving the building heavily damaged.

 

Emergency responders faced challenges as vehicles obstructed access to the nearest fire hydrant, delaying their efforts to control the flames.

 

Despite the difficult conditions, firefighters managed to eventually contain the blaze. The identities of the two victims have not yet been released, as officials are working to notify their families.

The temple served as a vital cultural and spiritual hub for the local Thai community, making the incident all the more devastating. Local residents, deeply affected by the loss, have begun gathering to support each other in the wake of this tragedy.

 

Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fire, with initial reports suggesting an electrical fault may be to blame. Community leaders are calling for solidarity and support as the recovery process begins, emphasising the need for safety improvements to prevent such incidents in the future.

 

The material loss of the temple, aside from its cultural significance, could amount to millions of Thai baht, highlighting the economic toll of the disaster, reported NBC New York.

 

 

-- 2025-02-13

 

 

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An electrical fault,was it Som Chie doing the job on the cheap.