They worked diligently to inform desperate families of their loved ones’ fates, in the hopes that the confirmation of a parent’s, sibling’s or child’s passing can somehow help start the grieving process. Source: Check out ABC 7 for more…
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Heat sensor bill aims to hold landlords accountable after deadly Bronx fire
By Gotham Rex on January 17, 2022
The bill would require installation of heat sensors so federal, state, and local housing administrators can assess heat levels in real time and prevent future fire tragedies, and improve fire safety and housing quality. Source: Check out ABC 7 for…
Preparations underway for mass funeral to be held Sunday for Bronx fire victims
By Gotham Rex on January 16, 2022
The mass funeral, to begin at the Islamic Cultural Center at 10 a.m., will culminate a week of prayers and mourning within a close-knit community hailing from West Africa. All of those being buried Sunday have ties to the country…
Task force to unveil policy recommendations in wake of Bronx fire that killed 17
By Gotham Rex on January 14, 2022
Congressman Ritchie Torres will announce new legislation to address the root causes of the Bronx fire that killed 17 people. Source: Check out ABC 7 for more…