Firefighters Battle Dryer Blaze Spreading to Ceiling in Cohoes Residence

March 16, 2026 | Cohoes, NY

Firefighters responded to a working fire that started in a dryer and extended to the ceiling at a home on Sergeant Street. Crews arrived at 44 Sergeant St. on March 16 at 5:10 p.m. after reports of the dryer fire with possible extension. Officials called for a second hose line and hooks to combat the flames. A Signal 30 was issued, indicating the severity of the blaze.

Dryer fire w/ extn. Request a 2nd line & hooks. Fire poss into the ceiling. Signal 30 transmitted.

No injuries were reported at the scene, and authorities are investigating the cause of the fire.

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