Deadly Fire Breaks Out on Fifth Floor of Bronx High-Rise

January 12, 2026 | Nyc, NY

Firefighters battled a blaze on the fifth floor of a 13-story apartment building in the Bronx, where one person was found dead at the scene. The fire broke out around 9:23 p.m. on Jan. 12 at 320 Morris Avenue, an occupied multiple dwelling. Authorities issued a 10-77 signal for a high-priority response under Box 2169, leading to significant emergency operations.

FIRE ON THE 5TH Floor OF A 13 Story Occupied Multi-Family Dwelling. Doubtful Will Hold.

Dispatch reports confirmed a deceased individual, classified as DWH. No additional injuries have been reported. Investigations into the cause of the fire are ongoing.

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