Manhattan Cellar Fire Prompts All-Hands Response, Now Under Control

January 08, 2026 | Manhattan, NY

Firefighters in Manhattan tackled a blaze in the cellar of a residential building at 177 E. 123rd St. in the East Harlem neighborhood on Jan. 8 at around 7:22 p.m. The incident quickly escalated, prompting an all-hands call that brought in extra resources to fight the flames. Initial reports from the 1st Responder Wireless News Dispatch indicate the fire was contained at the all-hands stage, stopping it from spreading further. Details on any injuries or the fire's cause remain unavailable, though an investigation is expected.

FIRE IN THE CELLAR. Under Control AT THE ALL HANDS.

The response underscores the efficiency of New York City fire departments in high-density urban settings.

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