For displaced, misplaced, and nostalgic ex-Bronxites

Posted by Chris on Thursday, February 5th 2026: In Reply to: Building Fires posted by Paul H on Monday, February 2nd 2026: I've noticed in the last year a rise in the number of multiple alarm building fires in The Bronx. Back in the 60s & 70s which Firemen from those eras refer to as the War Years the South Bronx suffered the arson scourge probably worse than any other Boro. Although I lived on Harrison Avenue our apartment had a window facing Burnside Avenue. Between 1967 & 1970 I had a front row seat to 3 & 4 alarm fires along Burnside Avenue involving block long commercial store front businesses. I don't know if they were classified as arsons or not but that was certainly the theme back then. Reference ID: BX93283 Responses:

Post a Response Your Name: Your E-Mail: Password:     [ Forgot your Password?] Alternative E-Mail: Email Address? Show original     Show alternative     Show no email address Subject: Re: Building Fires Message: Non-supporters may be limited to the number of messages they're allowed to post. If you'd like to become a supporter and have unlimited access, click here. Notify Me: Optional: Enter the email address where you'd like to be notified if someone posts a response. By clicking on "Post This Message", you agree to abide by the Message Content Guidelines. You must be registered to post your response.