Yisroel R.

A fire in a multi-family home in the Maple Avenue area was stopped from significant damage Friday night after a swift response by the Monsey Fire Department.

A neighbor noticed flames inside a nearby home and immediately called the 24/7 Monsey Fire Communications Hotline. The residents were not home at the time.

Firefighters were forced to break down the door to get inside and reach the fire. They found that Shabbos candles had fallen, causing the tablecloth to catch fire.

Firefighters quickly brought the fire under control, extinguishing it before it could further spread throughout the home.

The quick response by the Monsey Fire Department prevented the fire from becoming more serious and possibly spreading to other homes in the three-family complex, where it could have potentially put lives at risk.

Residents can always call the 24/7 Monsey Fire Communications Hotline at 845-425-9300 in case of emergencies.