11/01/2026
While covering the city, Niskayuna Permanent Firefighters Association, IAFF Local 4151 and Scotia Permanent Firefighters Assoc., IAFF Local #842 were dispatched to the 1500 block of Union St. for a carbon monoxide alarm. Companies found over 400 ppm of CO in the building which houses elderly residents.
Upon turning the scene of the structure fire on State St. over to fire investigations, Car 22 responded to the ongoing incident on Union St. National Grid and CDTA were requested to the scene, CDTA for a bus to shelter the large number of residents from the elements. Car 22 also requested Engine 1, Truck 1, and Rescue 1 to the scene to assist in evacuations and ventilation.
As of the time of this posting, the incident is still ongoing and active. Please avoid the area.
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