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News Breaking News Firefighters Battle Large Brush Fire on Van Wyck Expressway in Queens

Firefighters Battle Large Brush Fire on Van Wyck Expressway in Queens

  • By Staff Report
  • News, Breaking News
  • Posted: January 04, 2026 EDT
  • Updated: January 04, 2026 12:23 PM EDT

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January 04, 2026 | Queens, NY

Firefighters are battling a large brush fire on the southbound Van Wyck Expressway south of Jewel Avenue in Queens. The incident, identified as Box 8493, was reported at 12:19 p.m. on Jan. 4. Battalion 50 is on scene, confirming a significant area of brush burning.

Bn-50 rptg a Large area of brush burning.Bn-50 rptg a Large area of brush burning.

No immediate reports of injuries or impacts to traffic have been detailed, but responders urge caution in the area.

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