Heavy Fire Erupts at Brooklyn Residence, Prompts Second Alarm

January 13, 2026 | Brooklyn, NY

Firefighters are battling intense flames at a home on 48th Street, with fire visible shooting from the rear and potentially spreading to the upper levels. A second alarm has been sounded to reinforce the emergency response. The incident was reported on Jan. 13 at 1:40 p.m. under box 1464, showing heavy involvement at the rear of the building located at 512 48th St.

bn40 - Heavy fire out the rear poss Extension to upper flrs, fire Doubtful Will Hold.

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