Yesterday, our city suffered one of the worst fire disasters in recent history, when an apartment building on East 181st Street was engulfed in a 5-alarm fire early Sunday afternoon. The DOE is working to ensure support for families. The FDNY has fire safety resources for families available at www.FDNYSmart.org.

Please remember when escaping a fire in your apartment, CLOSE THE DOOR as you make your exit. You can prevent the fire from spreading and harming others. Closing the door saves lives.