More than a dozen ambulances destroyed in Freeport fire

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Sunday, April 2, 2023
Arson Bomb Squad investigating fire in Freeport that destroyed ambulances
The Arson Bomb Squad is investigating a fire in Freeport that destroyed over a dozen ambulances.

FREEPORT, Long Island (WABC) -- More than a dozen ambulances were destroyed in a five-alarm fire Saturday morning on Long Island.

The flames started shortly after 11 a.m. in a building on Commercial Street in Freeport.

Four firefighters received minor injuries.

Firefighters from across Nassau County rushed to the building to help control the flames.

The Arson Bomb Squad is investigating.

Officials say the building is not safe to enter.

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