Garage Fire in Hunters Point Injures Firefighter and Civilian
An FDNY firefighter and a civilian were injured during a garage fire in Long Island City on Monday morning.
The fire occurred at 1-19 50th Ave. in Hunters Point, just before 11 a.m., and was responded to by 12 units, including 60 firefighters and EMS personnel.
- The fire spread to a second-floor apartment, causing heavy damage.
- Hazmat units were called to the scene due to the presence of lithium-ion batteries in the garage.
- Four cats were initially reported missing, but three were found by nightfall.
The fire was brought under control at 12:12 p.m.
The cause of the blaze will be determined by FDNY fire marshals.
Author's summary: Firefighter and civilian injured in garage fire.