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Three Firefighters Injured Battling Blaze Inside Two-Story Building

10-15 48th Ave, Hunters Point, Queens

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Summary

  • Firefighters are operating at the scene of a fire inside a two-story, mixed-occupancy building in Long Island City.
  • Thick, black smoke is seen billowing from the top floor of the structure.
  • Firefighters transmitted a "third alarm", requesting additional units and equipment to the scene.
  • Three firefighters were hurt battling the flames. Two sustained minor injuries, while the third sustained serious, but non-life-threatening injuries.

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Certain firefighting units are now being released from the scene.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Division 1-4 to Queens. Division 1-4, K. Start alarm box 7117, you can show us 10-8. 45 will be your engine and commander. 10-4, Division 1-4. On 132 hours of time, Queens 498. 1-4 to Queens. Also, if they're relocated, you can send them home. Alright, 10-4. Thank you.

Fire operations are de-escalating. Three firefighters were hurt. One sustained serious, but non-life-threatening injuries. Two others sustained minor injuries.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:30
Medical branch, Queens box 7117 with the progress. Proceed. Fire operations are de-escalating at this time. Total patient count is 3. 3, that's one orange tag MOS and two green green tag MOS.Gonna hold with the current for.

Gas to the building has been shut off by utility workers.

Queens FDNY · 0:22
Vision 14 to Queens. Vision 14. Third alarm box 7117, just be advised, Con Ed gas has shut the gas to the building at the curve valve. 10-4. 1726, contact 503.

Certain EMS units are being released from the scene.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:30
Medical Bridge, Queens box 7117. Progress report from the Queens 3rd alarm, fire operations continue. Total patient count remains 1, orange tag previously removed. Attention is going to be low to public safety personnel at this time. Conclusion of this progress report, we're going to be releasing the following units. They will give you a signal when they're ready. Condition 46. 46 Young.

Secondary searches are also complete and negative.

The Department of Buildings has been requested due to loose pieces of facade and an open hole on the rooftop.

Firefighters have placed the blaze under control.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Emergency report for your 3rd round box, 7117, the address of 10-15 48 Avenue, Cumberland Boulevard and 11 Street. Fire was located on the second floor of the 6540 Clare Street, multiple dwelling. Deputy Chief Quincy reports the secondary searched throughout a complete and negative, placing the fire under control. Notified of building a department for a loose cornice and an open roof of the building. Division 14 for your radio contact, field comm unit, 10-8 K. 10-4, field.

EMS confirms one firefighter sustained serious, but non-life-threatening injuries in the fire.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:30
Medical Branch Director, 7117 and Queens. Medical Branch Director, Queens box 7117, proceed. Yeah, we remain with one orange tag, potential remains high for safety personnel. We're going to stay with this compliment, and that's going to be the end of the response. Thank you.

A "third alarm" has been transmitted, indicating additional resources are being deployed to the fire scene.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Queens announcing a third alarm transmitted for box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, St. Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street for fire on multiple dwellings. Queens announcing third alarm transmitted box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, St. Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street for fire on multiple dwellings. Queens announcing third alarm transmitted box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, St. Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street for fire on multiple dwellings.

Fire crews advise that one firefighter sustained injuries while battling the fire. The firefighter was safely rescued from the scene.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:31
Medical Branch 7117. Local branch, Queen 7117, proceed. Fire operations are ongoing. Potential remains high to public safety personnel, low to civilians. Total patient count is currently one. R and TAC firefighter, previously removed from the scene by 49 Victor. Following sectors have been established.

Firefighters have conducted a more thorough search on the second floor of the building and have not located any injured or trapped victims.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
Fieldcom unit to Queens. Queens responding to fieldcom, K. Parking support unit to cycle on box 7117, address 10-15 48th Avenue, between Burnham Boulevard and 11 Street. Fire located at the top floor of a two-story, 60 by 40, class 3, multiple dwelling. The secondary surges on the second floor are completely negative.

Firefighters confirm they have extinguished most of the active flames. They have searched the first and second floor and have not located anyone who is trapped or injured.

FDNY Citywide 1 · 0:27
Citywide responding to the.Briar's report, Queens, 25, 671, 170, address 10-15 Boyard Avenue, Confirmed Boulevard and 11 Street. Fire's located at the top floor of a 240. Report, realigned scratch, inoperative. Main body advised, not down. Primary subject, first and second floor, complete negative, fire established.

Firefighters confirm the only people on the roof are fire crews working to extinguish the blaze.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
117, we have three lines stretched, two in operation. We did have an exterior line going for a bit, that's been shut down. We're trying to stretch a line to the roof right now. As far as those four occupants that are on the roof, they are not on the roof. Nobody on the roof other than Feynman right now. 10-4. 10-4, Division 14, time of that report, 909 hours, incident duration 2222 minutes, K. 10-4, Waze. 10-4.

Firefighters on scene have transmitted a second alarm, requesting additional resources to help contain the fire.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
Division 14 to Queens. Division 14, K. Transmit a full second alarm, box 7117. 10-4. Queens announcement, second alarm transmitted, box 7117, the address 10-15 48 Avenue, Vernon Boulevard, 11 Street, fire in the multiple dwelling. Queens announcement, second alarm transmitted, box 7117, the address 10-15.

Firefighters received a report of four people on the roof of the building.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Division 14 to Queen. Division 14, K. 84 at 7117. 10-4 you're 84 at 904, K. Queens to Battalion 45. Queens to Division 14. 14. Division 14, we just received a phone call reporting four people on the roof of the building, K. 14, 10-4. 10-4.

EMS units confirm there are no injuries.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:16
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Firefighters have three hose lines in operation - one on the second floor, one on the first, and one outside.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
Battalion 45 to Queens. Battalion 45, K. In our box, we have three lines stretched and three in operation. One's on the second floor, the actual fire floor. One's on the first floor, and we're using one exterior line, exposure 3K. Battalion 4, Battalion 45, time of the report was 0900 hours, incident duration 1313 minutes, K. Battalion 5.

Firefighters report the fire is on the second floor of a two-story, mixed-occupancy building. Initial searches are underway. One hose line is being used to douse the flames.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Battalion 45, K. Uh, 771, we are using a fire of a two-story, mixed occupancy. Fire's on the second floor. We have one line stretched, one in operation at this time. Searches are underway, constructs are opening up. Street. Two is a 10-foot alleyway followed by a two-story MD. Three is unknown. Four is an alleyway followed by a two-story mixed occupant.

Firefighters are conducting a full assessment of the building's height and size to manage the fire effectively. All available units and equipment on scene are being utilized to battle the blaze.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
We're going to get back to you with a full height and size up and confirm the address. Alright, 10-4.Cars, announce the all hands on the work box 7117, the address 10-1548 Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street, behind the second floor of a multiple dwelling.Cars, announce the all hands on the work box 7117, the address 10-1548 Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street.

EMS units are arriving at the scene and will be staging nearby.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:18
45 Adam to Citywide. 45 Adam. Adam, you can show us 84. Best access is going to be off of Vernon Boulevard. Staging is going to be down the block from a location on Vernon and 48th Ave.

Firefighters have provided a more accurate address of the blaze.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
In the box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, Inverna Boulevard, 11 Street, fire in the multiple dwelling. Ladder 146 to Queens. Ladder 146. On your frequency in the air, units for that fire. Ladder 146, you can remain in service for now. Queens Battalion 45.

The address reported for this incident has changed to 10-15 48th Ave.

Firefighters report heavy smoke and fire affecting multiple dwellings in the building.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Ladder 115 to Queens, urgent. Ladder 115 goes to the urgent, K. Alright, give me 10-75, we got heavy smoke on arrival. 10-4. Queens 19, 10-75, transit box 7117. The address is 10-15 48 Avenue, Convergna Boulevard and 11 Street. We're firing on multiple dwellings. Queens 10-75, transit box 7117.

Firefighters are responding to a 911 report of a fire on the top floor of an apartment building.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Queens phone alarm box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street, fire in a multiple dwelling. Queens phone alarm box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street, fire in the top floor of a multiple dwelling. Queens battalion 45. 45, we're loading up your box, again engine 229, rescue 4, squad 288, QSK. QSK.

This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.

Black smoke is visible rising from a building, indicating a fire incident.

Incident reported at 11 St/48 Av.

Certain firefighting units are now being released from the scene.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Division 1-4 to Queens. Division 1-4, K. Start alarm box 7117, you can show us 10-8. 45 will be your engine and commander. 10-4, Division 1-4. On 132 hours of time, Queens 498. 1-4 to Queens. Also, if they're relocated, you can send them home. Alright, 10-4. Thank you.

Fire operations are de-escalating. Three firefighters were hurt. One sustained serious, but non-life-threatening injuries. Two others sustained minor injuries.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:30
Medical branch, Queens box 7117 with the progress. Proceed. Fire operations are de-escalating at this time. Total patient count is 3. 3, that's one orange tag MOS and two green green tag MOS.Gonna hold with the current for.

Gas to the building has been shut off by utility workers.

Queens FDNY · 0:22
Vision 14 to Queens. Vision 14. Third alarm box 7117, just be advised, Con Ed gas has shut the gas to the building at the curve valve. 10-4. 1726, contact 503.

Certain EMS units are being released from the scene.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:30
Medical Bridge, Queens box 7117. Progress report from the Queens 3rd alarm, fire operations continue. Total patient count remains 1, orange tag previously removed. Attention is going to be low to public safety personnel at this time. Conclusion of this progress report, we're going to be releasing the following units. They will give you a signal when they're ready. Condition 46. 46 Young.

Secondary searches are also complete and negative.

The Department of Buildings has been requested due to loose pieces of facade and an open hole on the rooftop.

Firefighters have placed the blaze under control.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Emergency report for your 3rd round box, 7117, the address of 10-15 48 Avenue, Cumberland Boulevard and 11 Street. Fire was located on the second floor of the 6540 Clare Street, multiple dwelling. Deputy Chief Quincy reports the secondary searched throughout a complete and negative, placing the fire under control. Notified of building a department for a loose cornice and an open roof of the building. Division 14 for your radio contact, field comm unit, 10-8 K. 10-4, field.

EMS confirms one firefighter sustained serious, but non-life-threatening injuries in the fire.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:30
Medical Branch Director, 7117 and Queens. Medical Branch Director, Queens box 7117, proceed. Yeah, we remain with one orange tag, potential remains high for safety personnel. We're going to stay with this compliment, and that's going to be the end of the response. Thank you.

A "third alarm" has been transmitted, indicating additional resources are being deployed to the fire scene.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Queens announcing a third alarm transmitted for box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, St. Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street for fire on multiple dwellings. Queens announcing third alarm transmitted box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, St. Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street for fire on multiple dwellings. Queens announcing third alarm transmitted box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, St. Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street for fire on multiple dwellings.

Fire crews advise that one firefighter sustained injuries while battling the fire. The firefighter was safely rescued from the scene.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:31
Medical Branch 7117. Local branch, Queen 7117, proceed. Fire operations are ongoing. Potential remains high to public safety personnel, low to civilians. Total patient count is currently one. R and TAC firefighter, previously removed from the scene by 49 Victor. Following sectors have been established.

Firefighters have conducted a more thorough search on the second floor of the building and have not located any injured or trapped victims.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
Fieldcom unit to Queens. Queens responding to fieldcom, K. Parking support unit to cycle on box 7117, address 10-15 48th Avenue, between Burnham Boulevard and 11 Street. Fire located at the top floor of a two-story, 60 by 40, class 3, multiple dwelling. The secondary surges on the second floor are completely negative.

Firefighters confirm they have extinguished most of the active flames. They have searched the first and second floor and have not located anyone who is trapped or injured.

FDNY Citywide 1 · 0:27
Citywide responding to the.Briar's report, Queens, 25, 671, 170, address 10-15 Boyard Avenue, Confirmed Boulevard and 11 Street. Fire's located at the top floor of a 240. Report, realigned scratch, inoperative. Main body advised, not down. Primary subject, first and second floor, complete negative, fire established.

Firefighters confirm the only people on the roof are fire crews working to extinguish the blaze.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
117, we have three lines stretched, two in operation. We did have an exterior line going for a bit, that's been shut down. We're trying to stretch a line to the roof right now. As far as those four occupants that are on the roof, they are not on the roof. Nobody on the roof other than Feynman right now. 10-4. 10-4, Division 14, time of that report, 909 hours, incident duration 2222 minutes, K. 10-4, Waze. 10-4.

Firefighters on scene have transmitted a second alarm, requesting additional resources to help contain the fire.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
Division 14 to Queens. Division 14, K. Transmit a full second alarm, box 7117. 10-4. Queens announcement, second alarm transmitted, box 7117, the address 10-15 48 Avenue, Vernon Boulevard, 11 Street, fire in the multiple dwelling. Queens announcement, second alarm transmitted, box 7117, the address 10-15.

Firefighters received a report of four people on the roof of the building.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Division 14 to Queen. Division 14, K. 84 at 7117. 10-4 you're 84 at 904, K. Queens to Battalion 45. Queens to Division 14. 14. Division 14, we just received a phone call reporting four people on the roof of the building, K. 14, 10-4. 10-4.

EMS units confirm there are no injuries.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:16
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Firefighters have three hose lines in operation - one on the second floor, one on the first, and one outside.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
Battalion 45 to Queens. Battalion 45, K. In our box, we have three lines stretched and three in operation. One's on the second floor, the actual fire floor. One's on the first floor, and we're using one exterior line, exposure 3K. Battalion 4, Battalion 45, time of the report was 0900 hours, incident duration 1313 minutes, K. Battalion 5.

Firefighters report the fire is on the second floor of a two-story, mixed-occupancy building. Initial searches are underway. One hose line is being used to douse the flames.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Battalion 45, K. Uh, 771, we are using a fire of a two-story, mixed occupancy. Fire's on the second floor. We have one line stretched, one in operation at this time. Searches are underway, constructs are opening up. Street. Two is a 10-foot alleyway followed by a two-story MD. Three is unknown. Four is an alleyway followed by a two-story mixed occupant.

Firefighters are conducting a full assessment of the building's height and size to manage the fire effectively. All available units and equipment on scene are being utilized to battle the blaze.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
We're going to get back to you with a full height and size up and confirm the address. Alright, 10-4.Cars, announce the all hands on the work box 7117, the address 10-1548 Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street, behind the second floor of a multiple dwelling.Cars, announce the all hands on the work box 7117, the address 10-1548 Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street.

EMS units are arriving at the scene and will be staging nearby.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:18
45 Adam to Citywide. 45 Adam. Adam, you can show us 84. Best access is going to be off of Vernon Boulevard. Staging is going to be down the block from a location on Vernon and 48th Ave.

Firefighters have provided a more accurate address of the blaze.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
In the box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, Inverna Boulevard, 11 Street, fire in the multiple dwelling. Ladder 146 to Queens. Ladder 146. On your frequency in the air, units for that fire. Ladder 146, you can remain in service for now. Queens Battalion 45.

The address reported for this incident has changed to 10-15 48th Ave.

Firefighters report heavy smoke and fire affecting multiple dwellings in the building.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Ladder 115 to Queens, urgent. Ladder 115 goes to the urgent, K. Alright, give me 10-75, we got heavy smoke on arrival. 10-4. Queens 19, 10-75, transit box 7117. The address is 10-15 48 Avenue, Convergna Boulevard and 11 Street. We're firing on multiple dwellings. Queens 10-75, transit box 7117.

Firefighters are responding to a 911 report of a fire on the top floor of an apartment building.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Queens phone alarm box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street, fire in a multiple dwelling. Queens phone alarm box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street, fire in the top floor of a multiple dwelling. Queens battalion 45. 45, we're loading up your box, again engine 229, rescue 4, squad 288, QSK. QSK.

This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.

Black smoke is visible rising from a building, indicating a fire incident.

Incident reported at 11 St/48 Av.

Certain firefighting units are now being released from the scene.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Division 1-4 to Queens. Division 1-4, K. Start alarm box 7117, you can show us 10-8. 45 will be your engine and commander. 10-4, Division 1-4. On 132 hours of time, Queens 498. 1-4 to Queens. Also, if they're relocated, you can send them home. Alright, 10-4. Thank you.

Fire operations are de-escalating. Three firefighters were hurt. One sustained serious, but non-life-threatening injuries. Two others sustained minor injuries.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:30
Medical branch, Queens box 7117 with the progress. Proceed. Fire operations are de-escalating at this time. Total patient count is 3. 3, that's one orange tag MOS and two green green tag MOS.Gonna hold with the current for.

Gas to the building has been shut off by utility workers.

Queens FDNY · 0:22
Vision 14 to Queens. Vision 14. Third alarm box 7117, just be advised, Con Ed gas has shut the gas to the building at the curve valve. 10-4. 1726, contact 503.

Certain EMS units are being released from the scene.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:30
Medical Bridge, Queens box 7117. Progress report from the Queens 3rd alarm, fire operations continue. Total patient count remains 1, orange tag previously removed. Attention is going to be low to public safety personnel at this time. Conclusion of this progress report, we're going to be releasing the following units. They will give you a signal when they're ready. Condition 46. 46 Young.

Secondary searches are also complete and negative.

The Department of Buildings has been requested due to loose pieces of facade and an open hole on the rooftop.

Firefighters have placed the blaze under control.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Emergency report for your 3rd round box, 7117, the address of 10-15 48 Avenue, Cumberland Boulevard and 11 Street. Fire was located on the second floor of the 6540 Clare Street, multiple dwelling. Deputy Chief Quincy reports the secondary searched throughout a complete and negative, placing the fire under control. Notified of building a department for a loose cornice and an open roof of the building. Division 14 for your radio contact, field comm unit, 10-8 K. 10-4, field.

EMS confirms one firefighter sustained serious, but non-life-threatening injuries in the fire.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:30
Medical Branch Director, 7117 and Queens. Medical Branch Director, Queens box 7117, proceed. Yeah, we remain with one orange tag, potential remains high for safety personnel. We're going to stay with this compliment, and that's going to be the end of the response. Thank you.

A "third alarm" has been transmitted, indicating additional resources are being deployed to the fire scene.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Queens announcing a third alarm transmitted for box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, St. Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street for fire on multiple dwellings. Queens announcing third alarm transmitted box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, St. Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street for fire on multiple dwellings. Queens announcing third alarm transmitted box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, St. Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street for fire on multiple dwellings.

Fire crews advise that one firefighter sustained injuries while battling the fire. The firefighter was safely rescued from the scene.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:31
Medical Branch 7117. Local branch, Queen 7117, proceed. Fire operations are ongoing. Potential remains high to public safety personnel, low to civilians. Total patient count is currently one. R and TAC firefighter, previously removed from the scene by 49 Victor. Following sectors have been established.

Firefighters have conducted a more thorough search on the second floor of the building and have not located any injured or trapped victims.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
Fieldcom unit to Queens. Queens responding to fieldcom, K. Parking support unit to cycle on box 7117, address 10-15 48th Avenue, between Burnham Boulevard and 11 Street. Fire located at the top floor of a two-story, 60 by 40, class 3, multiple dwelling. The secondary surges on the second floor are completely negative.

Firefighters confirm they have extinguished most of the active flames. They have searched the first and second floor and have not located anyone who is trapped or injured.

FDNY Citywide 1 · 0:27
Citywide responding to the.Briar's report, Queens, 25, 671, 170, address 10-15 Boyard Avenue, Confirmed Boulevard and 11 Street. Fire's located at the top floor of a 240. Report, realigned scratch, inoperative. Main body advised, not down. Primary subject, first and second floor, complete negative, fire established.

Firefighters confirm the only people on the roof are fire crews working to extinguish the blaze.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
117, we have three lines stretched, two in operation. We did have an exterior line going for a bit, that's been shut down. We're trying to stretch a line to the roof right now. As far as those four occupants that are on the roof, they are not on the roof. Nobody on the roof other than Feynman right now. 10-4. 10-4, Division 14, time of that report, 909 hours, incident duration 2222 minutes, K. 10-4, Waze. 10-4.

Firefighters on scene have transmitted a second alarm, requesting additional resources to help contain the fire.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
Division 14 to Queens. Division 14, K. Transmit a full second alarm, box 7117. 10-4. Queens announcement, second alarm transmitted, box 7117, the address 10-15 48 Avenue, Vernon Boulevard, 11 Street, fire in the multiple dwelling. Queens announcement, second alarm transmitted, box 7117, the address 10-15.

Firefighters received a report of four people on the roof of the building.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Division 14 to Queen. Division 14, K. 84 at 7117. 10-4 you're 84 at 904, K. Queens to Battalion 45. Queens to Division 14. 14. Division 14, we just received a phone call reporting four people on the roof of the building, K. 14, 10-4. 10-4.

EMS units confirm there are no injuries.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:16
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Firefighters have three hose lines in operation - one on the second floor, one on the first, and one outside.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
Battalion 45 to Queens. Battalion 45, K. In our box, we have three lines stretched and three in operation. One's on the second floor, the actual fire floor. One's on the first floor, and we're using one exterior line, exposure 3K. Battalion 4, Battalion 45, time of the report was 0900 hours, incident duration 1313 minutes, K. Battalion 5.

Firefighters report the fire is on the second floor of a two-story, mixed-occupancy building. Initial searches are underway. One hose line is being used to douse the flames.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Battalion 45, K. Uh, 771, we are using a fire of a two-story, mixed occupancy. Fire's on the second floor. We have one line stretched, one in operation at this time. Searches are underway, constructs are opening up. Street. Two is a 10-foot alleyway followed by a two-story MD. Three is unknown. Four is an alleyway followed by a two-story mixed occupant.

Firefighters are conducting a full assessment of the building's height and size to manage the fire effectively. All available units and equipment on scene are being utilized to battle the blaze.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
We're going to get back to you with a full height and size up and confirm the address. Alright, 10-4.Cars, announce the all hands on the work box 7117, the address 10-1548 Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street, behind the second floor of a multiple dwelling.Cars, announce the all hands on the work box 7117, the address 10-1548 Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street.

EMS units are arriving at the scene and will be staging nearby.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:18
45 Adam to Citywide. 45 Adam. Adam, you can show us 84. Best access is going to be off of Vernon Boulevard. Staging is going to be down the block from a location on Vernon and 48th Ave.

Firefighters have provided a more accurate address of the blaze.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
In the box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, Inverna Boulevard, 11 Street, fire in the multiple dwelling. Ladder 146 to Queens. Ladder 146. On your frequency in the air, units for that fire. Ladder 146, you can remain in service for now. Queens Battalion 45.

The address reported for this incident has changed to 10-15 48th Ave.

Firefighters report heavy smoke and fire affecting multiple dwellings in the building.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Ladder 115 to Queens, urgent. Ladder 115 goes to the urgent, K. Alright, give me 10-75, we got heavy smoke on arrival. 10-4. Queens 19, 10-75, transit box 7117. The address is 10-15 48 Avenue, Convergna Boulevard and 11 Street. We're firing on multiple dwellings. Queens 10-75, transit box 7117.

Firefighters are responding to a 911 report of a fire on the top floor of an apartment building.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Queens phone alarm box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street, fire in a multiple dwelling. Queens phone alarm box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street, fire in the top floor of a multiple dwelling. Queens battalion 45. 45, we're loading up your box, again engine 229, rescue 4, squad 288, QSK. QSK.

This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.

Black smoke is visible rising from a building, indicating a fire incident.

Incident reported at 11 St/48 Av.

Certain firefighting units are now being released from the scene.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Division 1-4 to Queens. Division 1-4, K. Start alarm box 7117, you can show us 10-8. 45 will be your engine and commander. 10-4, Division 1-4. On 132 hours of time, Queens 498. 1-4 to Queens. Also, if they're relocated, you can send them home. Alright, 10-4. Thank you.

Fire operations are de-escalating. Three firefighters were hurt. One sustained serious, but non-life-threatening injuries. Two others sustained minor injuries.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:30
Medical branch, Queens box 7117 with the progress. Proceed. Fire operations are de-escalating at this time. Total patient count is 3. 3, that's one orange tag MOS and two green green tag MOS.Gonna hold with the current for.

Gas to the building has been shut off by utility workers.

Queens FDNY · 0:22
Vision 14 to Queens. Vision 14. Third alarm box 7117, just be advised, Con Ed gas has shut the gas to the building at the curve valve. 10-4. 1726, contact 503.

Certain EMS units are being released from the scene.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:30
Medical Bridge, Queens box 7117. Progress report from the Queens 3rd alarm, fire operations continue. Total patient count remains 1, orange tag previously removed. Attention is going to be low to public safety personnel at this time. Conclusion of this progress report, we're going to be releasing the following units. They will give you a signal when they're ready. Condition 46. 46 Young.

Secondary searches are also complete and negative.

The Department of Buildings has been requested due to loose pieces of facade and an open hole on the rooftop.

Firefighters have placed the blaze under control.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Emergency report for your 3rd round box, 7117, the address of 10-15 48 Avenue, Cumberland Boulevard and 11 Street. Fire was located on the second floor of the 6540 Clare Street, multiple dwelling. Deputy Chief Quincy reports the secondary searched throughout a complete and negative, placing the fire under control. Notified of building a department for a loose cornice and an open roof of the building. Division 14 for your radio contact, field comm unit, 10-8 K. 10-4, field.

EMS confirms one firefighter sustained serious, but non-life-threatening injuries in the fire.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:30
Medical Branch Director, 7117 and Queens. Medical Branch Director, Queens box 7117, proceed. Yeah, we remain with one orange tag, potential remains high for safety personnel. We're going to stay with this compliment, and that's going to be the end of the response. Thank you.

A "third alarm" has been transmitted, indicating additional resources are being deployed to the fire scene.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Queens announcing a third alarm transmitted for box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, St. Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street for fire on multiple dwellings. Queens announcing third alarm transmitted box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, St. Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street for fire on multiple dwellings. Queens announcing third alarm transmitted box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, St. Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street for fire on multiple dwellings.

Fire crews advise that one firefighter sustained injuries while battling the fire. The firefighter was safely rescued from the scene.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:31
Medical Branch 7117. Local branch, Queen 7117, proceed. Fire operations are ongoing. Potential remains high to public safety personnel, low to civilians. Total patient count is currently one. R and TAC firefighter, previously removed from the scene by 49 Victor. Following sectors have been established.

Firefighters have conducted a more thorough search on the second floor of the building and have not located any injured or trapped victims.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
Fieldcom unit to Queens. Queens responding to fieldcom, K. Parking support unit to cycle on box 7117, address 10-15 48th Avenue, between Burnham Boulevard and 11 Street. Fire located at the top floor of a two-story, 60 by 40, class 3, multiple dwelling. The secondary surges on the second floor are completely negative.

Firefighters confirm they have extinguished most of the active flames. They have searched the first and second floor and have not located anyone who is trapped or injured.

FDNY Citywide 1 · 0:27
Citywide responding to the.Briar's report, Queens, 25, 671, 170, address 10-15 Boyard Avenue, Confirmed Boulevard and 11 Street. Fire's located at the top floor of a 240. Report, realigned scratch, inoperative. Main body advised, not down. Primary subject, first and second floor, complete negative, fire established.

Firefighters confirm the only people on the roof are fire crews working to extinguish the blaze.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
117, we have three lines stretched, two in operation. We did have an exterior line going for a bit, that's been shut down. We're trying to stretch a line to the roof right now. As far as those four occupants that are on the roof, they are not on the roof. Nobody on the roof other than Feynman right now. 10-4. 10-4, Division 14, time of that report, 909 hours, incident duration 2222 minutes, K. 10-4, Waze. 10-4.

Firefighters on scene have transmitted a second alarm, requesting additional resources to help contain the fire.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
Division 14 to Queens. Division 14, K. Transmit a full second alarm, box 7117. 10-4. Queens announcement, second alarm transmitted, box 7117, the address 10-15 48 Avenue, Vernon Boulevard, 11 Street, fire in the multiple dwelling. Queens announcement, second alarm transmitted, box 7117, the address 10-15.

Firefighters received a report of four people on the roof of the building.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Division 14 to Queen. Division 14, K. 84 at 7117. 10-4 you're 84 at 904, K. Queens to Battalion 45. Queens to Division 14. 14. Division 14, we just received a phone call reporting four people on the roof of the building, K. 14, 10-4. 10-4.

EMS units confirm there are no injuries.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:16
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Firefighters have three hose lines in operation - one on the second floor, one on the first, and one outside.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
Battalion 45 to Queens. Battalion 45, K. In our box, we have three lines stretched and three in operation. One's on the second floor, the actual fire floor. One's on the first floor, and we're using one exterior line, exposure 3K. Battalion 4, Battalion 45, time of the report was 0900 hours, incident duration 1313 minutes, K. Battalion 5.

Firefighters report the fire is on the second floor of a two-story, mixed-occupancy building. Initial searches are underway. One hose line is being used to douse the flames.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Battalion 45, K. Uh, 771, we are using a fire of a two-story, mixed occupancy. Fire's on the second floor. We have one line stretched, one in operation at this time. Searches are underway, constructs are opening up. Street. Two is a 10-foot alleyway followed by a two-story MD. Three is unknown. Four is an alleyway followed by a two-story mixed occupant.

Firefighters are conducting a full assessment of the building's height and size to manage the fire effectively. All available units and equipment on scene are being utilized to battle the blaze.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
We're going to get back to you with a full height and size up and confirm the address. Alright, 10-4.Cars, announce the all hands on the work box 7117, the address 10-1548 Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street, behind the second floor of a multiple dwelling.Cars, announce the all hands on the work box 7117, the address 10-1548 Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street.

EMS units are arriving at the scene and will be staging nearby.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:18
45 Adam to Citywide. 45 Adam. Adam, you can show us 84. Best access is going to be off of Vernon Boulevard. Staging is going to be down the block from a location on Vernon and 48th Ave.

Firefighters have provided a more accurate address of the blaze.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
In the box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, Inverna Boulevard, 11 Street, fire in the multiple dwelling. Ladder 146 to Queens. Ladder 146. On your frequency in the air, units for that fire. Ladder 146, you can remain in service for now. Queens Battalion 45.

The address reported for this incident has changed to 10-15 48th Ave.

Firefighters report heavy smoke and fire affecting multiple dwellings in the building.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Ladder 115 to Queens, urgent. Ladder 115 goes to the urgent, K. Alright, give me 10-75, we got heavy smoke on arrival. 10-4. Queens 19, 10-75, transit box 7117. The address is 10-15 48 Avenue, Convergna Boulevard and 11 Street. We're firing on multiple dwellings. Queens 10-75, transit box 7117.

Firefighters are responding to a 911 report of a fire on the top floor of an apartment building.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Queens phone alarm box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street, fire in a multiple dwelling. Queens phone alarm box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street, fire in the top floor of a multiple dwelling. Queens battalion 45. 45, we're loading up your box, again engine 229, rescue 4, squad 288, QSK. QSK.

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Black smoke is visible rising from a building, indicating a fire incident.

Incident reported at 11 St/48 Av.

Certain firefighting units are now being released from the scene.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Division 1-4 to Queens. Division 1-4, K. Start alarm box 7117, you can show us 10-8. 45 will be your engine and commander. 10-4, Division 1-4. On 132 hours of time, Queens 498. 1-4 to Queens. Also, if they're relocated, you can send them home. Alright, 10-4. Thank you.

Fire operations are de-escalating. Three firefighters were hurt. One sustained serious, but non-life-threatening injuries. Two others sustained minor injuries.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:30
Medical branch, Queens box 7117 with the progress. Proceed. Fire operations are de-escalating at this time. Total patient count is 3. 3, that's one orange tag MOS and two green green tag MOS.Gonna hold with the current for.

Gas to the building has been shut off by utility workers.

Queens FDNY · 0:22
Vision 14 to Queens. Vision 14. Third alarm box 7117, just be advised, Con Ed gas has shut the gas to the building at the curve valve. 10-4. 1726, contact 503.

Certain EMS units are being released from the scene.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:30
Medical Bridge, Queens box 7117. Progress report from the Queens 3rd alarm, fire operations continue. Total patient count remains 1, orange tag previously removed. Attention is going to be low to public safety personnel at this time. Conclusion of this progress report, we're going to be releasing the following units. They will give you a signal when they're ready. Condition 46. 46 Young.

Secondary searches are also complete and negative.

The Department of Buildings has been requested due to loose pieces of facade and an open hole on the rooftop.

Firefighters have placed the blaze under control.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Emergency report for your 3rd round box, 7117, the address of 10-15 48 Avenue, Cumberland Boulevard and 11 Street. Fire was located on the second floor of the 6540 Clare Street, multiple dwelling. Deputy Chief Quincy reports the secondary searched throughout a complete and negative, placing the fire under control. Notified of building a department for a loose cornice and an open roof of the building. Division 14 for your radio contact, field comm unit, 10-8 K. 10-4, field.

EMS confirms one firefighter sustained serious, but non-life-threatening injuries in the fire.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:30
Medical Branch Director, 7117 and Queens. Medical Branch Director, Queens box 7117, proceed. Yeah, we remain with one orange tag, potential remains high for safety personnel. We're going to stay with this compliment, and that's going to be the end of the response. Thank you.

A "third alarm" has been transmitted, indicating additional resources are being deployed to the fire scene.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Queens announcing a third alarm transmitted for box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, St. Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street for fire on multiple dwellings. Queens announcing third alarm transmitted box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, St. Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street for fire on multiple dwellings. Queens announcing third alarm transmitted box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, St. Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street for fire on multiple dwellings.

Fire crews advise that one firefighter sustained injuries while battling the fire. The firefighter was safely rescued from the scene.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:31
Medical Branch 7117. Local branch, Queen 7117, proceed. Fire operations are ongoing. Potential remains high to public safety personnel, low to civilians. Total patient count is currently one. R and TAC firefighter, previously removed from the scene by 49 Victor. Following sectors have been established.

Firefighters have conducted a more thorough search on the second floor of the building and have not located any injured or trapped victims.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
Fieldcom unit to Queens. Queens responding to fieldcom, K. Parking support unit to cycle on box 7117, address 10-15 48th Avenue, between Burnham Boulevard and 11 Street. Fire located at the top floor of a two-story, 60 by 40, class 3, multiple dwelling. The secondary surges on the second floor are completely negative.

Firefighters confirm they have extinguished most of the active flames. They have searched the first and second floor and have not located anyone who is trapped or injured.

FDNY Citywide 1 · 0:27
Citywide responding to the.Briar's report, Queens, 25, 671, 170, address 10-15 Boyard Avenue, Confirmed Boulevard and 11 Street. Fire's located at the top floor of a 240. Report, realigned scratch, inoperative. Main body advised, not down. Primary subject, first and second floor, complete negative, fire established.

Firefighters confirm the only people on the roof are fire crews working to extinguish the blaze.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
117, we have three lines stretched, two in operation. We did have an exterior line going for a bit, that's been shut down. We're trying to stretch a line to the roof right now. As far as those four occupants that are on the roof, they are not on the roof. Nobody on the roof other than Feynman right now. 10-4. 10-4, Division 14, time of that report, 909 hours, incident duration 2222 minutes, K. 10-4, Waze. 10-4.

Firefighters on scene have transmitted a second alarm, requesting additional resources to help contain the fire.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
Division 14 to Queens. Division 14, K. Transmit a full second alarm, box 7117. 10-4. Queens announcement, second alarm transmitted, box 7117, the address 10-15 48 Avenue, Vernon Boulevard, 11 Street, fire in the multiple dwelling. Queens announcement, second alarm transmitted, box 7117, the address 10-15.

Firefighters received a report of four people on the roof of the building.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Division 14 to Queen. Division 14, K. 84 at 7117. 10-4 you're 84 at 904, K. Queens to Battalion 45. Queens to Division 14. 14. Division 14, we just received a phone call reporting four people on the roof of the building, K. 14, 10-4. 10-4.

EMS units confirm there are no injuries.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:16
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Firefighters have three hose lines in operation - one on the second floor, one on the first, and one outside.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
Battalion 45 to Queens. Battalion 45, K. In our box, we have three lines stretched and three in operation. One's on the second floor, the actual fire floor. One's on the first floor, and we're using one exterior line, exposure 3K. Battalion 4, Battalion 45, time of the report was 0900 hours, incident duration 1313 minutes, K. Battalion 5.

Firefighters report the fire is on the second floor of a two-story, mixed-occupancy building. Initial searches are underway. One hose line is being used to douse the flames.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Battalion 45, K. Uh, 771, we are using a fire of a two-story, mixed occupancy. Fire's on the second floor. We have one line stretched, one in operation at this time. Searches are underway, constructs are opening up. Street. Two is a 10-foot alleyway followed by a two-story MD. Three is unknown. Four is an alleyway followed by a two-story mixed occupant.

Firefighters are conducting a full assessment of the building's height and size to manage the fire effectively. All available units and equipment on scene are being utilized to battle the blaze.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
We're going to get back to you with a full height and size up and confirm the address. Alright, 10-4.Cars, announce the all hands on the work box 7117, the address 10-1548 Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street, behind the second floor of a multiple dwelling.Cars, announce the all hands on the work box 7117, the address 10-1548 Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street.

EMS units are arriving at the scene and will be staging nearby.

FDNY EMS CW1 · 0:18
45 Adam to Citywide. 45 Adam. Adam, you can show us 84. Best access is going to be off of Vernon Boulevard. Staging is going to be down the block from a location on Vernon and 48th Ave.

Firefighters have provided a more accurate address of the blaze.

Queens FDNY · 0:30
In the box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, Inverna Boulevard, 11 Street, fire in the multiple dwelling. Ladder 146 to Queens. Ladder 146. On your frequency in the air, units for that fire. Ladder 146, you can remain in service for now. Queens Battalion 45.

The address reported for this incident has changed to 10-15 48th Ave.

Firefighters report heavy smoke and fire affecting multiple dwellings in the building.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Ladder 115 to Queens, urgent. Ladder 115 goes to the urgent, K. Alright, give me 10-75, we got heavy smoke on arrival. 10-4. Queens 19, 10-75, transit box 7117. The address is 10-15 48 Avenue, Convergna Boulevard and 11 Street. We're firing on multiple dwellings. Queens 10-75, transit box 7117.

Firefighters are responding to a 911 report of a fire on the top floor of an apartment building.

Queens FDNY · 0:31
Queens phone alarm box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street, fire in a multiple dwelling. Queens phone alarm box 7117, the address 10-15 48th Avenue, between Vernon Boulevard and 11 Street, fire in the top floor of a multiple dwelling. Queens battalion 45. 45, we're loading up your box, again engine 229, rescue 4, squad 288, QSK. QSK.

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brooklynUser1572817018Jun 8 at 9:05 AM

What is going on with all these fires?

HJS3Jun 8 at 2:51 PM

Prayers to the firefighters 🙏🏻🚒🇺🇸

CitywideRadioNewYorkJun 8 at 10:58 AM

Incident commander places this fire Under Control.

theinvasianJun 8 at 10:53 AM

Why someone blaming landlords if investigation hasn’t started yet…………….

brooklynUser1572817018Jun 8 at 9:05 AM

What is going on with all these fires?

HJS3Jun 8 at 2:51 PM

Prayers to the firefighters 🙏🏻🚒🇺🇸

CitywideRadioNewYorkJun 8 at 10:58 AM

Incident commander places this fire Under Control.

theinvasianJun 8 at 10:53 AM

Why someone blaming landlords if investigation hasn’t started yet…………….

brooklynUser1572817018Jun 8 at 9:05 AM

What is going on with all these fires?

HJS3Jun 8 at 2:51 PM

Prayers to the firefighters 🙏🏻🚒🇺🇸

CitywideRadioNewYorkJun 8 at 10:58 AM

Incident commander places this fire Under Control.

theinvasianJun 8 at 10:53 AM

Why someone blaming landlords if investigation hasn’t started yet…………….

brooklynUser1572817018Jun 8 at 9:05 AM

What is going on with all these fires?

HJS3Jun 8 at 2:51 PM

Prayers to the firefighters 🙏🏻🚒🇺🇸

CitywideRadioNewYorkJun 8 at 10:58 AM

Incident commander places this fire Under Control.

theinvasianJun 8 at 10:53 AM

Why someone blaming landlords if investigation hasn’t started yet…………….

brooklynUser1572817018Jun 8 at 9:05 AM

What is going on with all these fires?

HJS3Jun 8 at 2:51 PM

Prayers to the firefighters 🙏🏻🚒🇺🇸

CitywideRadioNewYorkJun 8 at 10:58 AM

Incident commander places this fire Under Control.

theinvasianJun 8 at 10:53 AM

Why someone blaming landlords if investigation hasn’t started yet…………….

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