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Thick black smoke billows from Greenpoint warehouse as crews battle blaze

The FDNY says it responded to 485 Scott Ave. just after 3:45 p.m. Thursday.

Zoe Cosgrove

Jul 2, 2026, 5:37 PM

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Thick black smoke was captured on Citizen app video billowing from a fire inside a warehouse in Greenpoint on Thursday.

The FDNY says it responded to 485 Scott Ave. just after 3:45 p.m.

News 12 cameras captured firetrucks and ambulances lined up for blocks leading up to the location.

The blaze erupted in the back of the three-story building, according to fire officials.

Notify NYC posted on X, warning those in the area to close their windows and expect traffic delays.

This is a developing story. Stay with News 12 for the latest.

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