New York City Firefighters Incident Response

In a dramatic rescue, NYC firefighters saved window washers from a high-rise after their scaffolding was swept by strong winds. The rigging swung 80 stories high, smashing a window and causing glass to fall. First responders reached the 78th floor to secure the scaffolding and bring the workers to safety.

What was the initial response of the New York City firefighters?

• They rushed to a Midtown skyscraper.

• They waited for the wind to calm down.

• They ignored the situation.

• They called for backup.

What caused the scaffolding to become dangerous?

• A mechanical failure.

• Strong winds.

• An earthquake.

• Heavy rain.

How high was the scaffolding swinging?

• 80 stories high.

• 70 stories high.

• 60 stories high.

• 50 stories high.

What happened to the window during the incident?

• It was reinforced by the firefighters.

• It was opened by the workers.

• It was smashed by the scaffolding.

• It remained intact.

How did the first responders ensure the safety of the window washers?

• By waiting for the wind to stop.

• By securing the scaffolding and pulling them in.

• By lowering the scaffolding to the ground.

• By providing them with safety harnesses.