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Three-Alarm Fire Burns Midwood Commercial Building, Smoke and Traffic Advisories Issued

Operations have shifted to overhaul after a partial knockdown, with no confirmed cause or injuries.

Overview

  • FDNY declared a third alarm for a one‑storey, middle‑of‑the‑row commercial structure on Avenue H after flames were seen coming through the roof.
  • Notify NYC identified the scene near Avenue H and Coney Island Avenue and urged residents to avoid smoke, close windows, and expect traffic delays.
  • Fire command reported parts of the blaze knocked down with crews conducting overhaul as conditions on site remained active.
  • Initial alerts cited 1092 Avenue H, then responders concentrated activity around 1021 Avenue H in the Midwood area.
  • Officials have not provided details on the fire’s cause or whether there were any injuries.