Investigation Underway After Five-Alarm Fire in Queens Left Six People Injured
QUEENS, NEW YORK (February 28, 2026)—At least six people were injured in a Queens apartment fire and a property on Madison Street.
New York City officials are saying that the incident took place around 3:30 AM by Seneca Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Ridgewood. Firefighters got reports of a fire at the property and came as quickly as they could.
Multiple people had to be extricated from the building. Six people were injured in the fire. This includes one firefighter who was struck in the head by a falling air-conditioning unit.
A full investigation into the incident remains ongoing at this time.
Liability for Queens Apartment Fires
Many people are seriously injured or killed in apartment fires across New York City and the United States each year. According to the National Fire Protection Association, “In 2019–2023, fire departments in the United States responded to an estimated average of 14,830 reported structure fires in high-rise buildings each year.” There are many different causes of apartment fires.
- Cooking accidents
- Gas explosions
- Lithium-ion battery explosions
- Arson
Property owners in New York have a legal obligation to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition. They must abide by all building and fire codes. If a property owner has actual or constructive notice of a dangerous condition with their property, they must act. Failing to act to protect residents could form the basis of a negligence claim.
Investigating Queens Apartment Fires
We at GLK Law extend our best wishes to all people injured in this Queens apartment fire. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the authorities. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what caused this fire.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Queens apartment fire? You may be entitled to financial compensation. Our team of personal injury attorneys is here for you. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
