Overview
- Authorities and the Indian mission said Anvesh Sarapelli died on Saturday, a day after 24-year-old Sahaja Reddy Udumala succumbed to severe burns from the same incident.
- The December 4 fire on Western Avenue near Quail Street left four adults rescued from a fully engulfed residence and transported to hospitals, with two later moved to a specialized burn center.
- Albany Fire Chief Joseph Gregory described encountering a "wall of fire" and battling strong winds and difficult weather during the rescue operation.
- Local and New York State fire investigators are examining the cause of the blaze, and no determination has been released.
- The Consulate General of India in New York is assisting with repatriation and formalities, while a family GoFundMe for Udumala has raised about $109,000–$112,000 toward a $120,000 goal.