The tournament featured four teams that included Nassau police, FDNY EMS, JFK customs enforcement, and state court officers.

"Fire escape ladders provide a simple, easy-to-store way to help ensure that you and your family get out safely in the event of a house fire," Farley Raines said. "If you live in a two- or three-story ...

A violation will not likely be issued, but fire escapes must remain clear of obstructions and can be dangerous.

The 1945 Empire State Building crash influenced firefighting strategies and legal frameworks, shaping responses to future ...