Firefighters Battle Intense Blaze at Vacant Buffalo Church

January 15, 2026 | Buffalo, NY

Firefighters are actively responding to a significant fire at a four-story vacant church located across from 501 Emslie St. in Buffalo. Crews have deployed a 2.5-inch hose line to combat the flames and contain the blaze. The incident was first reported on Jan. 15 at 10:23 p.m., with emergency teams working diligently to bring the situation under control.

Fire in a 4 Story Vacant church. 2.5 line in operation.

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