Seven Injured in Yeshiva Dorm Fire in Crown Heights
A fire broke out on Friday morning in a yeshiva dormitory located at 658 Eastern Parkway, between Brooklyn and New York Avenues in Crown Heights. The blaze left seven people injured, including one firefighter. Two of the victims sustained serious injuries, and four bochurim remain hospitalized • Full Story, Photos, Watch, Donate
Bochurim Escape as Fire Engulfs Dorm
The building served as a dormitory for students of the 770 Yeshiva, many of whom were seen escaping through windows as flames engulfed the structure. According to bystanders, the fire may have been caused by a space heater, though an official investigation is still ongoing.
Devastating Loss and Community Support
With the dorm completely burned out, the students have lost all of their belongings. The Red Cross has stepped in to provide clothing and assistance, while others are working to address their immediate needs.
Ongoing Efforts
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the fire, while the Crown Heights community rallies around the affected students to provide support and assistance during this difficult time.
15 Young Bochurim Lose All Belongings!
Fifteen young bochurim lost all of their possessions in the tragic fire, including their tefillin, passports, money, and clothing.
Help them recover from the fire’s devastation and immediately purchase warm clothing as they face the freezing winter cold.
Please donate generously Here
The public is urged to continue praying for the injured:
•Shmuel ben Merav
•Shmuel ben Devorah Leah
•Hillel ben Hila
•Baruch Yehuda ben Yehudis
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