Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Prompts Haz-Mat Response on Grand Central Parkway

March 13, 2026 | Queens, NY

A vehicle fire involving lithium-ion batteries has triggered a hazardous materials response on the eastbound Grand Central Parkway at Exit 20 near Francis Lewis Boulevard. Battalion 53 reported the blaze and called for a specialized haz-mat engine to address the risks posed by the batteries. The incident occurred on March 13 at approximately 1:46 p.m.

Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Prompts Haz-Mat Response on Grand Central Parkway

Emergency crews are actively managing the scene, and the fire may cause disruptions to local traffic.

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