Joint Statement from NYC Council Speaker Julie Menin, Public Housing Chair Chris Banks, and Council Member Kevin Riley on Fatal Bronx Fire

"We are devastated that one New Yorker was tragically killed and 19 others were injured during an overnight fire at NYCHA's Boston Secor Houses in the Bronx. Our hearts are with the victims, their families, and the displaced residents as they recover from this horrific situation. Our teams have been on the scene and in constant communication with first responders throughout the night. We deeply appreciate the heroic actions of our first responders, and we are praying for a fast recovery for those who were injured."

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