Franklin Square Garage Fire 07/13/2022

On Wednesday, July 13th just after 11:00p, the Franklin Square & Munson Fire Department was dispatched for a report of a garage fire on Howard Ave. Chief of Department Gerrato [7100] was quickly on scene and transmitted a Signal 10 with fire showing from a large detached garage close to the house. Engine 711 was first due and stretched the first line to begin extinguishing the garage fire. With at least 2 vehicles burning in the garage and propane and gasoline tanks fueling the fire in the garage, the fire extended to the house causing a 2nd alarm to be transmitted. Numerous hand lines were placed into operation to extinguish the fire in both structures with the garage ultimately collapsing on itself. The main body of fire was knocked down in approximately 30 minutes with extensive overhaul conducted by crews on scene. With the assistance of members from Elmont, West Hempstead, Malverne, Lakeview, Garden City, New Hyde Park and Valley Stream, the scene was placed under control in approximately 75 minutes. The cause of the fire is under investigation.