Crime & Safety

Fire Damages Higbie Lane Home

West Islip Fire Department contained blaze without any injuries.

A fire damaged a home on Higbie Lane just before Wednesday morning. 

Members of the West Islip Fire Department responded to the fire just before 8 a.m. on February 20. Under the direction of Chief John McAuley, the blaze was quickly contained.

No injuries were reported, according to First Assistant Chief Blaise Gemellaro.

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The North Babylon and Bay Shore Fire Departments also provided assistance.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the Suffolk County Arson Squad.

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