Two-Alarm Fire Breaks Out on Second Floor of Queens Apartment Building

January 19, 2026 | Queens, NY

A two-alarm fire erupted on the second floor of an apartment building, prompting a rapid response from New York City firefighters. The blaze occurred at 135-31 40th Road in Queens, with alarms sounding around 4:15 p.m. under Box 4400. Initial reports of flames with extension led to an upgrade to a second alarm to handle the situation.

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Emergency teams worked diligently to contain the fire, but details regarding damage, injuries, or evacuations were not immediately available. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

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