FDNY TV

"60 years ago today, Firefighters responded to this location in the early evening hours for a fire in a furniture store. While bravely battling to bring it under control, the building’s iron-framed marquee gave way, collapsing to the street, killing six Firefighters - Lieutenant John Molloy and Firefighters Edward Carroll and Fred Hellauer of Engine 48, Firefighters William Hoolan and Arthur Hanson of Ladder 44, and Firefighter Charles Infosino, aide to the Assistant Chief on scene. They died doing a job they loved, honoring their sworn oaths to protect life and property. Six decades later, we stand together, members of the same Department they proudly served. Generations of Firefighters have served and retired since their death, but no matter the amount of time that has passed, we make certain their memory lives on. This ceremony is a testament to our Department’s commitment to never forget those we lost.” – FDNY Commissioner Daniel A. Nigro at a Plaque Dedication ceremony marking the 60th anniversary of the 3rd Avenue Collapse in the Bronx, in which six FDNY members lost their lives and 13 members were severely injured. “Please know, your fallen loved one’s names have long held places of honor in the firehouses where they served, and today, we create a very visible reminder far beyond the firehouse walls of what they meant to this Department.”