On the evening of December 27, 1983, firefighters in Buffalo, New York responded to a call regarding a propane gas leak. Shortly after their arrival, the propane ignited, leveling a warehouse and causing a wide swath of damage. Five firefighters and two civilians were killed in the blast, and left dozens more injured. The event remains the largest single day loss of life for the Buffalo Fire Department.
Every year, the Buffalo Fire Department marks the exact time of the blast, 8:23 p.m., with a moment of silence.
For More Coverage:
WGRG remembrance report and NY Times original reporting.
Lessons Learned:
Fireground Leadership and Firehouse had some great takeaways on the lessons learned.
