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84-year-old woman safe after downed wires spark fire at Oceanside home

Nassau police responded to a 911 call around 11 p.m. Saturday and found a downed utility pole and flames coming out of the side of the house on Harding Street.

Tara Rincon

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Sep 28, 2026, 5:41 AM

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A senior citizen is safe after downed wires sparked flames outside of her home in Nassau County late Saturday night.

Fourth Precinct officers responded to a 911 call around 11 p.m. for a residential house fire on Harding Street in Oceanside.

Upon arrival, it was determined a utility pole with wires had fallen, and flames were coming out of the side of the residence, Nassau police say.

The officers used a fire extinguisher from inside one of their patrol cars to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading.

Once they gained entry into the home, an 84-year-old woman was located and brought out safely.

The Oceanside Fire Department assisted at the scene.

No one was hurt.

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