Rome, NY – Emergency crews in Oneida County remain on scene Wednesday following a major apartment fire at 7108 Rome Oriskany Road that left one woman severely injured and two residents unaccounted for. The blaze broke out at the Countryside Apartments in the City of Rome, with deputies reporting the structure was fully involved when they arrived.
According to the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office, deputies and New York State Police immediately began searching for residents needing help exiting the complex. During the evacuation, an adult female suffering from severe burn injuries was located. She was transported to Wynn Hospital, where her condition is considered critical.
The Sheriff’s Office stated that two additional residents have not yet been located, and search efforts are ongoing as crews work through the damaged building.
Fire personnel from the Rome City Fire Department, Stanwix Heights Fire Department, Oriskany Fire Department, Westmoreland Fire Department, Floyd Fire Department, Clark Mills Fire Department, Clinton Fire Department, Vernon Fire Department, Verona Fire Department, New London Fire Department, and AmCare Ambulance all responded to the scene. The American Red Cross is assisting displaced residents with emergency housing and support.
Authorities report that Rome Oriskany Road remains closed between Monument Road and Stanwix Avenue as the investigation continues. Drivers in the area should expect delays and use alternate routes until further notice.
Additional updates are expected as investigators work to determine the cause of the fire and locate the two missing residents.
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