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Borough Park fire leaves 8 hurt including 1 firefighter

One is in critical condition from a fire early Wednesday morning. 

Karina Gerry

Jan 28, 2026, 5:38 PM

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A fire left eight people injured Wednesday morning, including one firefighter, according to FDNY.

A 54-year-old woman was found unconscious and unresponsive on the scene. She was taken to the hospital in critical condition, according to police.

It was just before 9 a.m. When that fire broke out at 6201 13th Ave. Video taken inside the apartments on the second and third floor show the extent of the damage.

"Totally destroyed, I feel bad for the family," said Larry He, chief of staff for Assemblyman William Colton.

The Red Cross says it is assisting eight adults and three children with emergency aid, including temporary housing.

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