Valley Stream Garage Fire 03/22/2022

On Tuesday, March 22nd just before 11:30p, the Valley Stream Fire Department was dispatched to a report of a garage fire on Ella St. 2nd Assistant Chief Capone [3402] was quickly on scene and transmitted a Signal 10 for a well involved detached garage fire close to the house. Engine 344 was first due and stretched the initial line to the garage to begin extinguishing the fire. During extinguishment, propane tanks were found within the garage and Nassau County Fire Marshal Hazmat was requested to the scene while crews began cooling the tank. In total, 2 lines were placed into operation with the scene being placed under control in approximately 30 minutes under the direction of Chief of Department O’Brien [3400]. The cause of the fire is under investigation.