Cause of Fire That Injured Four People At Noonan Plaza Apartments Remains Under Investigation
HIGHBRIDGE, BRONX (November 26, 2025) – At least four people were injured in a Highbridge, Bronx apartment fire at the Noonan Plaza Apartments on West 168th Street.
New York City officials are saying that the accident took place around 11:45 PM on Friday. Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene after getting a report of a major fire in the building.
They were able to get the blaze under control around one hour after it started. A total of four people were hospitalized.
At least one resident required temporary lodging. A full investigation into the cause of the accident remains ongoing.
Liability for Highbridge Apartment Fires
Thousands of people are seriously injured or killed in apartment fires across New York and the United States each year. According to the National Fire Protection Association, “In 2024, local fire departments responded to an estimated 1.38 million fires in the United States. These fires caused an estimated 3,920 civilian fire deaths and 11,780 reported civilian fire injuries. The property damage caused by these fires was estimated at $19 billion.” Victims of apartment fires should take several actions.
- Victims should seek medical treatment as soon as possible.
- Victims should preserve as much evidence as they can. This should include taking photos of the aftermath of the fire.
- Victims should seek the guidance of an experienced premises liability attorney.
Property owners of New York City have a legal obligation to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition. They must abide by all fire and safety codes. For example, all apartments must have functional smoke detectors to alert residents of impending danger. If a resident is injured by a dangerous condition at an apartment, they will be able to seek some measure of accountability through a personal injury claim.
Investigating New York City Apartment Fires
We at GLK Law extend our best wishes to all of the people injured in this fire at the Noonan Plaza Apartments. It is our sincere hope that they will be able to make a full recovery. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a New York City apartment fire? Our team of skilled New York premises liability attorneys is here to support you in any way that we can. We care deeply that victims get the medical and financial support that they need to recover. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
