Firefighters Respond & Battle A House Fire : 147 Matthews Street in Binghamton, New York July 13, 2026

A house fire broke out in Binghamton, New York on Monday, July 13, 2026 around 3:13 p.m. in the afternoon. The home on fire is located at 152 Matthews Street on Binghamton's West Side. After responding and 20 minutes into fighting the house fire on scene Fire Chief called for upgrading to a second alarm. Heavy smoke and damage could be seen from fireground of the home. Multiple emergency response agencies were on the scene. It was reported no one was home at the time of the fire

https://www.wbng.com/

Crews respond to house fire on Binghamton’s West Side

Crews respond to house fire on Binghamton’s West Side

 

While battling the fire, two firefighters were overtake by heat exhaustion, and taken to the local UHS Wilson Hospital. The BC Transit bus was sent to the fire scene for use as a cooling station for firefighters who were battling the blaze. Outdoor temperatures on fireground were near 90 degrees.

 

WBNG

Crews respond to house fire on Binghamton’s West Side

Firefighters ask that people avoid the area while they work on the scene.

 

Binghamton Fire Department (BFD) stated that the fire caused more than 85 percent damage to the home. BFD informed the fire was so intense on one exposure side to the home next door that sides of next door home also caught fire, but were quickly extinguished.  

BFD says that no cause of the fire was determined, and is still under investigation. Also, no reports of any further injuries at this time. 

 

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusive in any shape or manner.) 

Multiple Fire Departments & Firefighters Combat Fully Involved House Fire in Apalachin, New York 02.20.2026

 

Multiple Emergency Services Agencies responded to 513 Barton Rd in Apalachin, New York for a fully involved structure fire. The Tioga County 911 Center received the call at approximately 3:43 P.M..

Heavy black smoke & flames were observed by responding emergency crews responding to the fire ground from Route 17. Barton Road in Apalachin was closed down during firefighting operation near Muth Park.

New York State Police confirmed that everyone had egress from the home, but could not provide any further comment.

Apalachin, Owego, South Side, Campville, and Nichol Fire Departments were among those on the scene, as well as EMS, Tioga County Fire Investigation, and Multiple other departments from Broome County.

There is no report of any injuries that may have be sustained at this time.

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusive in any shape or manner.) 

Binghamton Firefighters Responded To A Suspicious House Fire on Henry Street

The City of Binghamton Fire Departme's firefighter responded to a blaze in the three-story wood-frame structure at 122 Henry Street, , the call came in at 7:14 a.m. for a fire. Binghamton Police also responded to the fireground scene. 

FOX 40 WICZ TV - News, Sports, Weather, Contests & More 

City firefighters had been called to this property at least twice in recent weeks to extinguish small fires that apparently had been set by people trying to keep warm. Although the apartment house was vacant, officials said people often stayed in the building. 

Binghamton Fire Chief Al Gardiner said no injuries were reported in the fire and the two structures on either side of the burning building were saved from the flames.

WHO OWNED IT? The city of Binghamton was in the process of acquiring the Henry Street building where today's fire broke out. The move was part of a settlement announced with Isaac Anzaroot. WNBF News spoke with Mayor Kraham at the scene. Story: https://t.co/yIme4qWxu3 pic.twitter.com/SjO2LbAUTv

— Bob Joseph (@BinghamtonNow) February 21, 2024

Firefighters were unable to conduct a complete building search but they said it appeared anyone who had been inside the structure when the fire erupted managed to get out.

One Binghamton firefighter sustained a minor injury when he slipped on ice at the scene. He was taken to a hospital for treatment. No other injuries were reported.

The fire was declared under control around 9 a.m. Firefighters remained on the scene to continue pouring water on hot spots.

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusive in any shape or manner.) 

 

Home A Total Loss & Destroyed By Fire In Tioga Center, New York

 

No injuries were reported in the blaze. https://t.co/7TQSEXslPU

— WBNG 12 News (@WBNG12News) February 13, 2024

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusive in any shape or manner.) 

JAL plane Airbus A-350 & Coast Guard Plane Crash at Tokyo's Haneda Airport in Japan

 

A Japan Airlines aircraft carrying more than 300 passengers caught fire while landing at a Tokyo airport Tuesday January 2, 2024 after a possible midair collision with a Coast Guard aircraft, according to local media.

The plane was seen with flames bursting through its windows on the runway at Haneda International Airport shortly before 6 p.m. local time.

All 379 passengers on the flight were evacuated from the burning aircraft following the crash.

The JAL plane was an Airbus A-350 that had flown from Shin Chitose airport, near the city of Sapporo, to Haneda, the transport minister said.

The Coast Guard aircraft was en route to Niigata Airport to deliver aid for the deadly earthquake across Japan before the collision, military officials said.

Five of six Coast Guardsmen who were aboard the aircraft during the crash were unaccounted for, local broadcasts said.

Coast Guard spokesperson Yoshinori Yanagishima said its plane was MA-722, a Bombardier Dash-8.

Haneda International Airport in Tokyo, Japan closed while the collision is under investigation by aviation safety investigators and police, but that they are doing their best to reopen the airport Wednesday January 3, 2024 or even sooner.

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusive in any shape or manner.) 

Air Canada Boeing 777-300 Fire Damaged at Pierre Elliott Trudeau Montreal Airport

 

A vehicle caught fire while it was underneath an airplane, Air Canada Boeing 777-300, at around 3:25 p.m. Sunday afternoon July 9, 2023. There were no reported injuries, according to authorities, who said the fire was under control in under half an hour.

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusive in any shape or manner.) 

Canada wildfires are leading to air-quality alerts in US. Here’s how to stay safe

Canada wildfires are leading to air-quality alerts in US. Here’s how to stay safe

 

https://t.co/qEnqmIXFAn@WBNG12News pic.twitter.com/hAG6TwbDYu

— Rich Roberts 🇺🇸 (@FiremanRich) June 7, 2023

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusive in any shape or manner.)  

 

Several Firefighter Crews Respond To Mobile Home Trailer Fire In Town of Main, New York

 The Monday, May 8, 2023, 3PM afternoon fire found shortly after arrival firefighters combating, knocked down, and controling the fire scene.

Fire crews from Glenn Aubrey Fire Department, Maine Fire Department, Union Center Fire Department, Endicott Fire Department and West Corners Fire Department responded to a reported trailer fire, located at 3088 Route 26 in Mann’s Mobile Home Park.

Assistant Fire Chief for Maine Fire Department, Luke Brady, stated the fire started and remained confined to the kitchen area of the moble home. It was also reported no one was home when fire broke out.

There were no injuries involved in the fire, with the cause of fire is under investigation. 

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusive in any shape or manner.) 

. 

Elmira Fire Department Respond To A House Fire In Elmira, New York

 

The Elmira Fire Dept. responded to an early morning house fire at the 400 block of West 5th Street in Elmira, Thursday, May 4, 2023. The house was split into two separate apartments and at least two people were home at the time the fire broke out.   

Fire Department Officials stated the structure suffered significant damage both inside and outside. Heavy damage to the house was sustained to the second floor and attic of the home, and is considered uninhabitable.

WENY News 

At this fire incident one person was transported to the local hospital in unknown condition.

Cause of the fire is under investigation and it will be announced later time according Elmira Fire Chief Andrew Mallow. 

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusive in any shape or manner.) 

Johnson City Fire Department Responds To A Garage Fire in Westover New York

 

The Johnson City Fire Dept. & Emergency crews responded to a reported garage fire in the Town of Union Westover area Thursday afternoon, May 4, 2023. The garage fire was located at 25 Avon St. in the Westover area.

Johnson City Fire Marshal Bob Blakeslee stated there were no injuries reported in this fire, and that the cause of the fire was a propane stove being used inside the garage. Heavy black smoke could be seen billowing into the air from the garage fire, with neighbors stating at the scene that they heard a loud booming noise before seeing the fire.

UPDATE!

The garage has been destroyed by the flames. Stay with us as we continue to get information. https://t.co/LLaVDAiPyV pic.twitter.com/RJfGXRm8Qh

— WBNG 12 News (@WBNG12News) May 4, 2023

It's was stated also that when the owner stepped away from the stove for a few minutes, with it being noted that the type of stove should’ve been used outdoors. Also responding the this fire incident were the the Broome County Sheriff’s Office, New York State Police and Union Ambulance.

The garage was completely destroyed. The house nearby suffered minimal damage, along with no injuries being reported for this fire incident. 

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusive in any shape or manner.) 

Firefighting Crews Repond To Late Night Structral Fire In Waverly New York

 

Firefighting crews responded to reports of an overnight fire causing heavy damage to a building in a structure fire in the Village of Waverly, Tioga County NY.

Waverly Fire Chief Don Howard stated the fire broke out at 458 Pennsylvania Ave., in the Town of Waverly around 10:30 p.m. Thursday night.

At the fire scene, no visible flames were seen but heavy smoke filled the area as it came out of the top of the building. Heavy smoke and flames were coming from the back of the building, and Fire Chie Howard said it was largely contained to one room on the third floor.

Firefighting crews from Waverly, Barton, Sayre and Athens Borough utilized ladder trucks to get to the top of the 3rd story structure to get inside and stop fire from spreading. Fire crews perfomed ventalating that enable to calm the smoke down by breaking the windows.

No injuries have been reported and all occupants evacuated without incident. The Tioga County NY fire investigators responded and were on the scene to determine the cause of the fire.

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusive in any shape or manner.) 

USFA LODD: Oklahoma Firefighter On-Duty Death Notification 12.24.2020

  

On December 9, 2020, Major Andrew “Andy” P. Davis, 45, contracted COVID-19 while providing emergency medical care to a patient who had tested positive for the virus. Major Davis passed away on Thursday, December 24, 2020.

Our condolences to the Davis Family & Friends, Oklahoma City Fire Department, and to all affected by Major Andrew “Andy” P. Davis' passing.    

To date, 91 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2020. Year-to-date monthly and annual USFA firefighter fatality reports are posted online at U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) Fatality Notices page.

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusivei n any shape or manner.

USFA LODD: Pennsylvania Firefighter On-Duty Death Notification 12.16.2020

 

Firefighter Edward Hine, 79, while performing in-station duties, contracted COVID-19. He passed away on Wednesday, December 16, 2020, from the virus.

Our condolences to the Hine Family & Friends, Colonial Park Fire Company, and to all affected by Firefighter Edward Hine's passing.    

To date, 90 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2020. Year-to-date monthly and annual USFA firefighter fatality reports are posted online at U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) Fatality Notices page.

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusivei n any shape or manner.

USFA LODD: Pennsylvania Firefighter On-Duty Death Notification 12.11.2020

 

Chief Emeritus/Firefighter Lee Witman, 63, while performing in-station duties, contracted COVID-19. He passed away on Friday, December 11, 2020, from the virus.  

Our condolences to the Witman Family & Friends, Colonial Park Fire Company, and to all affected by Chief Emeritus/Firefighter Lee Witman's passing.    

To date, 89 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2020. Year-to-date monthly and annual USFA firefighter fatality reports are posted online at U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) Fatality Notices page.

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusivei n any shape or manner.

USFA LODD: Alabama Firefighter On-Duty Death Notification 12.06.2020

On November 17, 2020, Firefighter Donald Downs, 69, while attending mandatory training for the fire department, contracted COVID-19 from attendees at the exercise. He passed away on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 from the virus.

Our condolences to the Downs Family & Friends, Saragossa Volunteer Fire Department, and to all affected by Firefighter Donald Downs' passing.    

To date, 88 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2020. Year-to-date monthly and annual USFA firefighter fatality reports are posted online at U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) Fatality Notices page.

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusivei n any shape or manner.

USFA LODD: Wisconsin Firefighter On-Duty Death Notification 12.06.2020

Firefighter/Fire Inspector David Jerald Tomlinson, 71, contracted COVID-19 while performing fire inspections for the department.

Our condolences to the Tomlinson Family & Friends, Scales Mound Fire Protection District, and to all affected by Firefighter/Fire Inspector David Jerald Tomlinson's passing.    

To date, 87 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2020. Year-to-date monthly and annual USFA firefighter fatality reports are posted online at U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) Fatality Notices page.

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusivei n any shape or manner.

USFA LODD: Texas Firefighter On-Duty Death Notification 12.17.2020

While on duty, Captain Randy Robinson, 64, contracted COVID-19 at the fire station. He passed away on Thursday, December 17, 2020, from the virus.

Our condolences to the Robinson Family & Friends, Scales Mound Fire Protection District, and to all affected by Captain Randy Robinson's passing.    

To date, 86 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2020. Year-to-date monthly and annual USFA firefighter fatality reports are posted online at U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) Fatality Notices page.

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusive in any shape or manner.

USFA LODD: Illinois Firefighter On-Duty Death Notification 12.10.2020

On Wednesday, December 9, 2020, at approximately 2200hrs, Captain Leo W. Werner, 67, responded to a medical call at a residence. After returning home, he suffered an apparent heart attack and passed away shortly after midnight on Thursday, December 10, 2020.

Our condolences to the Werner Family & Friends, Scales Mound Fire Protection District, and to all affected by Captain Leo W. Werner's passing.    

To date, 85 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2020. Year-to-date monthly and annual USFA firefighter fatality reports are posted online at U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) Fatality Notices page.

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusive in any shape or manner.

USFA LODD: Kentucky Firefighter On-Duty Death Notification 12.11.2020

Chief Robert “Rob” Orkies, 55, developed COVID-19 while on-duty from a fellow firefighter with a known case of the virus. He passed away on Friday, December 11, 2020.

Our condolences to the Orkies Family & Friends, Zoneton Fire Protection District, and to all affected by Chief Robert “Rob” Orkies's passing.    

To date, 84 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2020. Year-to-date monthly and annual USFA firefighter fatality reports are posted online at U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) Fatality Notices page.

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusive in any shape or manner.

USFA LODD: New York Firefighter On-Duty Death Notification 09.02.2020

On Wednesday, September 2, 2020, Fire Police Captain/1st Vice President of the Spring Brook Fire District #1 Donald E. Trzepacz, Sr., 67, attended a mandatory meeting at the fire department to review and discuss new recruitment applications. He informed the 2nd Vice President that he was not feeling well, left the meeting, and returned home. He was found deceased from an apparent heart attack the next morning.

Our condolences to the Trzepacz Family & Friends, Spring Brook Fire District #1, and to all affected by Fire Police Captain Donald E. Trzepacz's passing.    

To date, 83 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2020. Year-to-date monthly and annual USFA firefighter fatality reports are posted online at U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) Fatality Notices page.

(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusive in any shape or manner.