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Queens Fire Injures 21, Including 19 Firefighters
26 Jul
Summary
- At least 21 people were injured in a multi-alarm fire on Saturday.
- Nineteen firefighters were among those injured and taken to hospitals.
- The blaze started in one home and spread to two adjoining buildings.
A significant fire broke out in the Flushing neighborhood of Queens, New York City, on Saturday, leaving at least 21 individuals injured. The New York Fire Department reported that 19 firefighters were among those transported to nearby hospitals for treatment.
While initial reports indicated that no victims suffered life-threatening injuries, five firefighters sustained moderate to serious harm, with one requiring hospitalization in serious condition. The blaze originated in a residential home around 10 a.m. EDT and quickly escalated, engulfing two neighboring structures.
Emergency responders were present in large numbers, with firefighters seen battling the flames from atop ladders. Many residents had to be rescued from the initial building where the fire started, highlighting the severity of the situation.
