New York City Building Fires
A 78-year-old woman died on July 26, 2026, from injuries sustained in a five-alarm fire in Queens on July 25, 2026, which also injured 23 people, including 19 firefighters. As of July 30, 2026, one firefighter remains hospitalized in critical condition from the Queens blaze, and the cause of that fire is under investigation. Separately, FDNY officials provided updates on multiple Manhattan fires, including a three-alarm high-rise fire on July 17, 2026, for which a veteran has been charged with arson, and a fire at Papillon restaurant on July 17, 2026, that injured five people. Five firefighters were injured battling a blaze on the Lower East Side on July 19, 2026, and a high-rise building in Midtown Manhattan experienced structural instability on July 7, 2026, leading to evacuations and ongoing stabilization efforts.
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July 2026 — 11 developments
FDNY Updates on Manhattan Fires, Including High-Rise and Restaurant Incidents
FDNY officials provided updates on multiple fires in Manhattan on July 17, 2026, including a three-alarm high-rise fire and a fire at Papillon restaurant in Midtown Manhattan that injured five people and caused smoke to spread to an adjacent office building. Separately, a fire in a mixed-use building in Midtown Manhattan on June 30, 2026, injured one firefighter.
One Dead, 23 Injured in Major Queens Fire; Investigation Continues
A 78-year-old woman has died from injuries sustained in a major Queens fire on July 25, 2026. The blaze injured a total of 23 people, including 19 firefighters, with one remaining hospitalized in critical condition. The fire originated in a two-story wooden building and spread to adjacent structures.
Queens Fire Injures 23, Including 19 Firefighters; Cause Under Investigation
A five-alarm fire in Queens, New York City, on July 25, 2026, injured at least 23 people, including 19 firefighters and two civilians. The blaze, which started in a two-story wooden building in Flushing, spread to two adjacent buildings, displacing approximately 10 to 12 families. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Veteran Charged with Arson in Manhattan High-Rise Fire
A veteran has been charged with arson following a three-alarm high-rise fire in Manhattan on July 17, 2026. The fire led to the evacuation of over 200 people, with five civilians sustaining minor injuries. One person was hospitalized as a precaution.
Five Firefighters Injured in Lower East Side Residential Building Fire
Five firefighters sustained minor injuries battling a blaze in a 21-story residential building on the Lower East Side on July 19, 2026. The fire, which started on the 17th floor, was brought under control before midnight. The cause is under investigation.
NYC Restaurant Fire Spreads to Office Building, Injuring Five
Firefighters battled a blaze that started in the kitchen of Papillon Bistro & Bar and spread to a 43-story office building on July 17, 2026. The fire injured five people, with one requiring hospitalization, and led to the evacuation of approximately 200 people. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
Midtown Manhattan Blaze Contained After Prompting Evacuations and Shelter-in-Place Order
Emergency responders contained a significant blaze in Midtown Manhattan near West 42nd Street and 9th Avenue on July 15, 2026. The fire, which originated in the upper levels of a commercial structure, prompted evacuations and a shelter-in-place order. Firefighters battled the flames from multiple positions to prevent spread to adjacent buildings, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.
NYC High-Rise Stabilized After Structural Buckling, Streets Reopening
Streets and some nearby buildings have begun to reopen following a structural incident in a Midtown Manhattan high-rise on July 7, 2026. Engineers are working to stabilize the building, and Mayor Zohran Mamdani has confirmed no further movement has been detected. A thorough investigation into the cause of the structural failure is planned, and the building's conversion project has been halted.
Midtown Manhattan High-Rise Stabilized After Structural Columns Buckle; Investigation Promised
The high-rise building at 235 East 42nd Street, undergoing conversion from office to residential space, was stabilized by late Tuesday evening following structural instability caused by buckled support columns on the 21st and 22nd floors. Evacuations were lifted as emergency repairs began, and a broader investigation into the cause and prevention of future occurrences was promised.
Midtown Manhattan High-Rise Evacuated Due to Severe Structural Instability
A high-rise building in Midtown Manhattan was evacuated on July 7, 2026, due to severe structural instability caused by buckling support columns. Over 150 personnel from the New York City Fire Department responded to reports of falling bricks. Nearby buildings, including a school and the Israeli Consulate, were also evacuated as a precautionary measure, with no injuries reported.
Bronx High-Rise Fire Requires Second Alarm, Injures One Firefighter
A fire broke out at a high-rise building on Webb Avenue in The Bronx on July 4, 2026, requiring a second alarm and 141 fire and EMS personnel. One firefighter sustained a minor injury, and the fire was brought under control.
June 2026 — 23 developments
Manhattan Fire Injures Firefighter and Another Person in Midtown Building
A three-alarm fire engulfed a Midtown Manhattan building undergoing renovation on June 30, 2026. Over 300 firefighters responded to the blaze, which started on the second floor and spread to the third. One firefighter sustained minor injuries after falling through a floor, and another person was hurt but declined medical attention. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Two Firefighters Injured in Queens Three-Alarm Fire
Two firefighters sustained minor injuries in a three-alarm fire at Box 4327 in Queens on Friday, June 26, 2026. The fire extended into the cockloft, and the cause is under investigation. No civilian injuries were reported.
NYC Fires: Arrest Made in Broome County, Bronx Blaze, and Upper West Side Injuries
A 24-year-old man was arrested in connection with a deadly motel fire in Broome County. In the Bronx, a four-alarm fire in a high-rise apartment building required over 200 firefighters. Separately, a fire on the Upper West Side injured four individuals.
Four hospitalized after Upper West Side apartment fire
Firefighters battled a blaze on the Upper West Side on June 24, 2026, resulting in four hospitalizations. The fire was controlled within 30 minutes, and its cause is under investigation.
Bronx High-Rise Fire Causes Multiple Fatalities; Arsonist Sentenced
A fire in a Bronx high-rise apartment building resulted in multiple fatalities, with the cause currently under investigation. Separately, a high school senior was sentenced for setting a homeless man on fire on a Manhattan subway train in December 2025.
Firefighter Seriously Injured in Brooklyn Blaze; Residents Displaced
A firefighter was seriously injured and two residents sustained injuries in a fire that engulfed a mixed-use building in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn, on June 22, 2026. The fire began on the first floor and spread to the second, causing significant damage to a ground-floor deli. The cause of this fire is currently under investigation.
Bronx Apartment Fires: 30 Displaced, Two Hospitalized in Separate Incidents
A 3-alarm fire at 694 East 160th Street in the Bronx on June 22, 2026, resulted in a rear wall collapse and displaced 30 people. Separately, two people were hospitalized, one critically, after a fire broke out in a five-story building on Andrews Avenue in the Bronx on the same day.
Second Fire Reported at 366 Broadway in Manhattan on June 21
A second fire was reported in the hallways of 366 Broadway on Friday, June 21, 2026. This incident occurred hours after an initial roof fire in the same building was brought under control by the FDNY. The cause of the second fire is under investigation.
FDNY Responds to Multiple Fires in Bronx and Manhattan on June 21
The FDNY responded to a fire at a commercial building in Hunts Point, the Bronx, early Sunday, June 21, 2026, which was brought under control with no reported injuries. Separately, the FDNY also responded to a developing fire incident in Manhattan on the same day, with multiple units working to contain the flames. The causes of both fires are under investigation.
FDNY Responds to Manhattan Structure Fire on June 21, 2026
The FDNY is responding to a structure fire in Manhattan that began on Sunday, June 21, 2026. Multiple fire units are working to contain the blaze and prevent its spread to adjacent buildings. The cause of the fire and any potential injuries have not yet been confirmed.
New York City Fires: Belmont Blaze Contained, Broadway Fire Reignites
Firefighters responded to a fire on the third floor of an apartment building at 620 E 188th Street in Belmont on the morning of June 20, 2026, bringing it under control with no reported injuries. On June 19, 2026, a fire at 366 Broadway reignited after being initially contained, with the cause under investigation.
FDNY Responds to Active Building Blaze in the Bronx
Firefighters are battling an active building blaze in the Bronx on June 19, 2026. The cause of the fire is under investigation, and the area has been secured by the NYPD.
Fire displaces families after damaging apartment buildings in Kensington
A large fire on June 18, 2026, damaged apartment buildings on Ocean Parkway in Kensington, displacing several families and spreading to a neighboring building. Full vacate orders were issued for both addresses.
FDNY Battles Major Fire at Brooklyn Church Amidst Multiple NYC Blazes
Over 100 firefighters responded to a third-alarm fire that engulfed the South Bushwick Church in Brooklyn on June 19, 2026. The blaze, which sent thick smoke across the borough, resulted in no reported injuries. This incident was one of several fires FDNY tackled across New York City that day, including a roof fire in Lower Manhattan and a residential fire in Bushwick.
Firefighters Battle Rooftop Blaze in Lower Manhattan Residential Building
Firefighters responded to a rooftop fire on a 12-story residential building at 366 Broadway in Lower Manhattan on June 19, 2026. The fire was largely contained within an hour, and no injuries were reported.
FDNY Responds to High-Rise Fire at Manhattan's 1595 Madison Avenue
The FDNY responded to an "all-hands" high-rise fire on June 18, 2026, at 1595 Madison Avenue in Manhattan. The fire was reported on the 8th floor of a 20-story residential building, causing traffic slowdowns in the vicinity.
FDNY Battles 5-Alarm Fire in Queens on June 13
FDNY officials provided an update on a 5-alarm fire at Box 7967 in Queens on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Firefighters battled the blaze throughout the day.
FDNY Responds to Two New High-Rise Fires in NYC, Injuries Reported
FDNY responded to two high-rise fires on June 12, 2026, one in the Bronx at 721 Hunts Point Avenue and another at 200 West 44th Street in Manhattan. The Bronx fire resulted in two injuries, one serious, and significant building damage, while the Manhattan fire was reported in the building's ductwork. These incidents follow a high-rise fire in Manhattan on June 10th.
FDNY Responds to High-Rise Fire in Manhattan
The FDNY responded to a significant high-rise fire at 5 West in Manhattan on June 10, 2026. Multiple fire companies and chief officers were deployed to the scene.
Three Firefighters Hospitalized After Queens Loft Building Blaze
Three firefighters were hospitalized after battling a blaze in an artist-in-residence loft building in Long Island City, Queens, on June 8, 2026. The fire was contained within two hours, and a full vacate order was issued due to significant damage. The cause remains under investigation.
New Fires Erupt in Queens and Manhattan, Prompting Large Emergency Responses
Firefighters responded to a major blaze in Queens on June 8, 2026, with thick smoke reported over parts of the borough. Emergency crews are working to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading to nearby structures. On the same day, a fire in Manhattan also prompted a large emergency response, with firefighters battling flames and smoke. The exact causes of both fires are under investigation.
Fatal Fire in Queens Apartment Building Kills One, Critically Injures Another
A fatal fire occurred in a Queens apartment building on June 1, 2026, resulting in one death and one critical injury. The blaze began just before 2:40 a.m. on the second floor of a five-story building. A firefighter was treated for smoke inhalation and is expected to recover.
FDNY Responds to Fire in West 96th Street Residential Building, No Injuries Reported
A fire broke out on the eighth floor of a 15-story residential building at 150 West 96th Street on June 1, 2026. The FDNY responded with 79 personnel and brought the fire under control in approximately 30 minutes, with no injuries reported. The Red Cross assisted one resident.
May 2026 — 5 developments
NYC Firefighters Control Blaze on Upper East Side; No Injuries Reported
Firefighters responded to a fire on the 14th floor of a residential tower at 175 East 96th Street on May 26, 2026. The blaze was brought under control in approximately 40 minutes, with no reported injuries. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
NYC Fires: Transformer Blaze in Manhattan, Shipyard Explosion Kills 1, Injures 36
The New York City Fire Department responded to a high-rise electrical transformer fire in Midtown Manhattan on May 26, 2026, which was brought under control after several hours. This incident follows a devastating fire and explosions at a Staten Island shipyard on May 22, 2026, which caused one fatality and 36 injuries.
Two Dead, Two Injured in Brooklyn Apartment Fire
Two people died and two others were hospitalized with serious injuries in an East Flatbush, Brooklyn apartment building fire on May 23, 2026. The fire department responded to the second floor of the three-story building, and the blaze quickly spread to the top floor and roof.
Six Injured in Riverdale Fire; Bronx Blaze Critically Injures 3 Children; 3 Dead in Manhattan Fire
Six people were injured in a fire at the Skyview apartment complex in Riverdale on May 21, 2026, originating on the eighth floor. Separately, an all-hands fire in the Bronx on May 11, 2026, led to three children being rescued in critical condition and a total of eight injuries. On May 4, 2026, three people died and 14 were injured in an Upper Manhattan apartment building fire.
Fatal apartment fires reported in Bronx and Upper Manhattan
A four-alarm fire broke out in a Bronx apartment building, with over 200 firefighters responding to the blaze that spread across multiple apartments. Separately, a three-alarm fire in an Upper Manhattan apartment building resulted in three fatalities and 14 injuries, with the cause under investigation.
April 2026 — 8 developments
Five-alarm fire on Riverdale Avenue displaces families, injures firefighters
A five-alarm fire tore through a 16-story building on Riverdale Avenue on April 30, 2026, forcing families to evacuate. The blaze, believed to have originated on a sixth-floor balcony, rapidly ascended through other balconies and windows, injuring several firefighters. Investigations into the cause are ongoing.
Three firefighters injured in Upper East Side apartment building fire
Three firefighters sustained minor injuries battling a blaze in a 16-story apartment building on Park Avenue on April 27, 2026. Approximately 120 firefighters responded and extinguished the fire within an hour. The cause of the fire, which started in a vacant apartment, is under investigation.
FDNY Issues Fire Safety Warning After Deadly Bronx Blaze
The FDNY has issued a public service announcement emphasizing the importance of closing doors during a fire to help contain its spread. This advisory follows a deadly Bronx apartment fire on April 21, 2026, where open doors contributed to the rapid engulfment of the structure by smoke and flames.
Bronx fire kills 2, injures 13 including 5 firefighters
A five-alarm fire erupted in a Bronx building on April 21, 2026, killing two people and injuring thirteen, including five firefighters. The blaze caused extensive structural damage, leading to the collapse of the roof and a stairwell. Over 270 emergency personnel battled the inferno, and the Red Cross established a support center for the approximately 80 displaced residents.
Brooklyn Fire Kills Two, Displaces Families
A fire in Brooklyn's Crown Heights neighborhood on April 14, 2026, led to two fatalities and displaced multiple families. An 80-year-old woman and a 59-year-old man died after being rescued from the burning building, and a firefighter was hospitalized in stable condition.
Two firefighters injured battling three-alarm Chelsea building fire
Two firefighters sustained minor injuries battling a three-alarm fire in a vacant Chelsea building on April 12, 2026. The fire spread through multiple floors and the roof of the Seventh Avenue building. Separately, a fire on the roof of a Midtown Manhattan high-rise on March 17, 2026, injured a police officer and a medic.
Firefighters respond to high-rise restaurant fire in Manhattan
Firefighters responded to a high-rise fire in a Manhattan restaurant's duct work on April 7, 2026, which caused heavy smoke on upper floors. This incident follows three separate fires classified as arson in garbage cans on the fourth floor of Broadway Hall on April 6, 2026, which are under investigation.
Fire officials update on three-alarm Queens fire brought under control
Fire officials provided an update on a three-alarm fire in Queens that began on March 31, 2026, and was brought under control by April 1, 2026.
March 2026 — 5 developments
Firefighters respond to Upper West Side residential building fire, four residents injured
A fire on the 9th floor of a residential building on the Upper West Side on March 29, 2026, resulted in minor injuries for four residents, with one requiring hospitalization. Approximately 120 firefighters and EMS personnel responded to the incident.
Bronx apartment fire kills one, injures eight, including six firefighters
A five-alarm fire erupted in a Bronx apartment building on March 26, 2026, resulting in one fatality and minor injuries to several others, including six firefighters and two civilians. Over 280 firefighters responded to the blaze, which was brought under control hours later. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
NYC firefighters battle Midtown high-rise roof fire near St. Patrick's Day Parade route
New York City firefighters battled a large fire on the roof of a Midtown Manhattan high-rise on March 17, 2026. The blaze, which occurred near the St. Patrick's Day Parade route, took approximately 90 minutes to control. Construction workers were evacuated, and three people, including an EMS lieutenant and a police officer, were injured.
Firefighters battle 28-story commercial building fire in Midtown Manhattan
A significant fire erupted at a 28-story commercial building in Midtown Manhattan on March 16, 2026, near the St. Patrick's Day Parade route. Over 250 firefighters responded to the blaze, which produced thick black smoke and originated on the rooftop. No injuries were reported in this incident.
Two Fires in NYC Injure Six People, Including Two Firefighters, Displace Three Families
A fire on the Upper East Side on March 4, 2026, injured one firefighter. On March 3, 2026, a fire in Co-op City displaced three families and injured five people, including one firefighter. Both fires are under investigation.
February 2026 — 3 developments
Five firefighters injured, one resident hospitalized in Lower Manhattan high-rise fire
Five firefighters were injured and a 77-year-old resident was hospitalized following a high-rise fire on Madison Street in Lower Manhattan on February 23, 2026. The extent of the damage and the cause of the fire are under investigation.
Bronx 4-Alarm Fire Hospitalizes Two Elderly Individuals
Two elderly people were hospitalized after a separate 4-alarm fire erupted in a 5-story mixed-use building in the Bronx early Monday morning at Grand Concourse and 167th Street. Over 200 fire and EMS personnel responded to the blaze.
FDNY responds to 3-alarm apartment building fire in Manhattan
The New York City Fire Department (FDNY) responded to a major fire in a Manhattan apartment building reported at approximately 8:49 am, with an initial response involving a 3-alarm fire. Further details on the extent of the fire or any casualties were not immediately available.
January 2026 — 4 developments
Man arrested in fatal Bronx NYCHA gas explosion and fire
A man has been arrested in connection with the fatal gas explosion and four-alarm fire that occurred in a Bronx NYCHA complex on January 24, 2026.
Gas Explosion and Fire Erupt at Boston Secor Houses NYCHA Complex
The gas explosion and fire occurred at the Boston Secor Houses NYCHA complex located at 3485 Bivona Street, in a building that was undergoing renovations.
Firefighters investigate Bronx high-rise explosion, structural damage, and fires
Firefighters were investigating reports of a gas odor on the 15th and 16th floors of the Bronx high-rise when the explosion occurred, briefly trapping some in an elevator. The blast caused severe structural damage to six apartments and ignited fires in ten apartments on the 16th and 17th floors.
Bronx Gas Explosion and Fire Kills One, Injures 15, Displaces 175
A gas explosion and subsequent four-alarm fire occurred in a high-rise apartment building in the Bronx on January 24, 2026, resulting in one fatality and 15 injuries. Over 200 firefighters responded to the blaze, which displaced 175 people.
January 2025 — 1 developments
Bronx Community Honors 17 Fire Victims on Third Anniversary
The Bronx community held a remembrance ceremony, laying a wreath in the colors of the Gambian flag, to honor the 17 victims on the third anniversary of the fire. The incident is remembered as one of the city's deadliest, and the faulty self-closing doors that contributed to the smoke spread triggered new safety laws.
November 2024 — 1 developments
Firefighters respond to 44-story building roof fire in Manhattan's Hudson Yards
A fire broke out on the roof of a 44-story luxury building in Manhattan's Hudson Yards, sending smoke billowing across the area. Approximately 80 firefighters responded, and no injuries were reported. The cause of this fire remains unclear.
July 2024 — 2 developments
Three Dead, Multiple Injured in Early Morning Manhattan Fire
A fire in Inwood, Manhattan, resulted in three fatalities and multiple injuries. Over 190 fire and EMS personnel responded to the three-alarm blaze in a six-story apartment building. Five individuals were hospitalized in severe condition, and one firefighter sustained minor injuries.
New Manhattan apartment fires reported: 3 dead in Inwood, 38 injured in Midtown
A fire in an Inwood, Manhattan apartment building on July 22, 2024, resulted in three fatalities and 14 injuries, with five in critical condition. Fire officials reiterated the importance of closing doors to limit fire spread. Separately, a fire in a Midtown Manhattan high-rise in November 2022, caused by a faulty lithium-ion battery, injured 38 people.
January 2023 — 1 developments
Bronx apartment fire kills at least 17, injures over 60
A devastating fire ripped through a Bronx apartment building on January 9, 2023, killing at least 17 people and injuring more than 60. The blaze, believed to have started from a space heater, spread rapidly through the 19-story building. Many victims suffered from severe smoke inhalation, and the fire is considered one of the deadliest in New York City in decades.
November 2022 — 1 developments
FDNY: Lithium-ion battery caused Manhattan high-rise fire, injuring 38
A separate high-rise apartment fire in Manhattan injured at least 38 people. The FDNY determined the cause to be a lithium-ion battery connected to a micro-mobility device, highlighting another emerging fire safety concern in NYC buildings.
January 2022 — 2 developments
FDNY Fire Marshals Determine Electric Space Heater Caused Fatal Bronx Apartment Fire
FDNY fire marshals officially determined that the fire was caused by an electric space heater that ignited a mattress after being left on for a prolonged period. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission began investigating if the space heater itself malfunctioned.
New York City fire kills 17, injures 44, deadliest since 1990
The fire resulted in 17 fatalities, including eight children, making it the deadliest fire in New York City since 1990. All deaths were attributed to smoke inhalation. Additionally, 44 people were injured, with 32 suffering life-threatening conditions.