House fire Queens, NYC: 1 person hurt in early morning fire in Woodhaven

ByEyewitness News

Sunday, December 29, 2024 7:58PM

WOODHAVEN, Queens (WABC) — One person was seriously hurt in an early morning fire in Queens.

Fire officials say the flames broke out at the home at 86-05 91st Avenue in the Woodhaven section just after 8 a.m. Sunday.

The victim was taken to nearby Jamaica Hospital. Their condition has not yet been disclosed.

Hazmat crews were called to the scene as there were lithium-ion batteries present at the location.

FDNY was able to contain the blaze in a little under an hour.

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Sonia Rincon has the details from South Richmond Hill.

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House fire Queens, NYC: 1 person hurt in early morning fire in Woodhaven

Early this morning, a house fire broke out in Woodhaven, Queens, leaving one person injured. The fire quickly spread through the home, causing extensive damage before firefighters were able to extinguish the flames.

The injured individual was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, but their condition is currently unknown. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, and authorities are working to determine the extent of the damage and how the fire started.

Neighbors in the area were shocked by the incident and expressed their concern for the well-being of those affected. The community has come together to support the family and offer assistance during this difficult time.

As more information becomes available, we will provide updates on the situation. Our thoughts are with the injured individual and their loved ones as they recover from this traumatic event.

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