Relief Effort For NYC Fire Survivors Launched In Suffolk County

Police on Long Island are holding a relief drive for the survivors of a New York City apartment building fire that killed 17 people and hospitalized dozens.

On Sunday, Jan. 9, the New York City Fire Department reported that more than 200 members responded to a five-alarm fire at 333 East 181 St. in the Bronx.
Photo Credit: *New York City Fire Department / Twitter*

Nicole Valinote

01/12/2022 1:00 p.m.

The fire broke out on Sunday, Jan. 9, in an apartment at 333 East 181 St. in the Bronx after a portable space heater malfunctioned, the New York City Fire Department reported.

Seventeen people were killed in the fire, including eight children.

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The Suffolk County Police Department announced on Wednesday, Jan. 12, that the department is accepting donations at each of the SCPD precincts and headquarters through Friday, Jan. 14.

SCPD said the following donations are needed:

Winter coats
Clothing
Undergarments and socks
Gift cards
Hygiene products
Toiletries
Diapers
Baby wipes
Bottles
Non-perishables
Bottled water
Bedding and sheets

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