Firefighter Removed From Burning Home In Westchester: Developing

A firefighter had to be removed from a burning home in Westchester following a mayday transmission, officials said.

A Somers residence was destroyed by a fire.
Photo Credit: *Courtesy of GoFundMe "Somers Family in Need"*

The fire occurred on Lincoln Avenue in Somers.
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12/15/2023 2:30 p.m.

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The incident happened on Friday, Dec. 15, as firefighters responded to a blaze at a residence in Somers on Lincoln Avenue, according to reports.

During the response, a firefighter had to be removed from the structure following a mayday transmission, the Yorktown Heights Volunteer Fire Department said.

More information about the blaze and the reason that the firefighter had to be removed has not yet been released.

A GoFundMe page has since been set up for the victims of the blaze, a mother and two teenagers who "have lost everything," according to organizer and neighbor Ethan Aronoff.

"Please come together and help this family!" Aronoff added. So far, the fundraiser has already raised over $9,000 out of a $50,000 goal.

Those who wish to donate to the fundraiser can do so by clicking here.

This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

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