Today U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand released the following statement regarding the Bronx fire:
“I’m devastated by the horrifying and deadly fire in the Bronx and my heart is with everyone who has been injured, lost their home or lost a loved one today. I’m deeply thankful to our brave first responders and firefighters who responded to the fire. As we learn more about how this fire occurred, I stand ready to fight for whatever federal action is necessary.”