Many Homeless After Upstate New York Fire, Businesses Destroyed

Officials are trying to determine the cause of a fire that left many Hudson Valley residents homeless and businesses damaged.

An investigation is underway following a fire in Orange County, New York

Fire Damages Homes And Businesses In Chester Orange County, New York

For all the news that the Hudson Valley is sharing make sure to follow Hudson Valley Post on Facebook, download the Hudson Valley Post Mobile

Fire In Chester New York Leaves People Homeless, Businesses Badly Damaged

The fire spread to three businesses located downstairs in the building and apartments upstairs. Chester Fire Captain Dan Doellinger confirmed the buildings suffered heavy fire, smoke, and water damage.

More than 40 firefighters from at least four area departments spent nearly an hour putting the fire out.

Rockland Video

Main Street was closed to traffic for much of the early evening hours.

Sad News: These 11 Popular Food Items Are Gone From New York State Stores

Doellinger added firefighters had to rescue at least one person from inside an apartment building. He adds it's very lucky that no injuries were reported.

Video From Fire In Chester, New York

Rockland Video

LOOK: Counties with the longest life expectancy in New York

Stacker compiled a list of counties with above average life expectancy in New York using data from the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.

Gallery Credit: Stacker

20 Worst Places to Live in New York State

A list highlights the worst places a New York resident can call home. A number of places in the Hudson Valley made the list, including one that was ranked the worst place to live.