Valley Stream Barbershop Fire Kills Over 20 Animals, Investigation Underway
Eyewitness News ABC7NYDecember 5, 20252 min1,148 views
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- ๐ A fire broke out at Ben and Tony's Barber Shop in Valley Stream, a business operating for 77 years.
- ๐ Fire crews responded quickly and contained the blaze to the barber shop, extinguishing it in under an hour.
- โ ๏ธ The fire was determined to be electrical in nature and is not considered suspicious.
Animal Casualties and Owner's Grief
- ๐พ Tragically, over 20 animals, including turtles, fish, and birds, perished in the fire.
- ๐ฆ The owner, Ben Kig, kept birds as pets in the shop, which were a source of joy for many customers, especially children.
- ๐ Ben expressed his heartbreak over the loss, stating, "It's sad to see uh poor animals being helpless."
Impact on Nearby Businesses
- ๐๏ธ The fire also caused significant smoke damage to neighboring establishments.
- ๐โโ๏ธ Gabby's hair salon, two doors down, experienced a similar fire 10 years ago, adding to the owner's empathy.
- ๐ฝ๏ธ A neighboring restaurant and a popular shoe repair shop were forced to close due to the damage.
Community Reaction and Future Hopes
- ๐ฎ Customers expressed shock and sadness over the incident.
- ๐ The owner of Ben and Tony's Barber Shop hopes to rebuild the long-standing community business.
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