Six injured after fire erupts in Queens home

In the early hours of Wednesday, August 12, 2026, a fire broke out at a residential home located on 91st Street near 89th Avenue in the Woodhaven section of Queens, New York. The incident occurred shortly after 2:30 a.m., prompting neighbors to call 911 after hearing a loud explosion followed by cries for help. Upon arrival, firefighters found smoke and flames emanating from the basement of the home. More than 70 first responders and emergency medical services personnel were dispatched to the scene to combat the blaze. They managed to extinguish the flames in under an hour, preventing further damage to the structure and surrounding homes.

As a result of the fire, six individuals sustained injuries. Three of them were transported to the hospital with serious injuries, while the other three declined medical treatment. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, but residents suspect that an e-bike battery that was charging in the basement may have sparked the flames. Firefighters were seen searching the basement with flashlights to gather more information about the incident.

In the aftermath of the fire, the Red Cross has stepped in to assist those displaced by the incident, providing temporary housing for the affected families. Residents living on the first and second floors of the home have been evacuated as a precautionary measure. The home is now in the process of being boarded up to prevent unauthorized access and further damage.

This incident highlights the potential dangers associated with charging e-bike batteries, which have been known to cause fires in residential areas. As the investigation continues, local authorities are likely to review safety regulations regarding the charging of such devices in homes to prevent similar incidents in the future.