Brooklyn Sunset Park house fire November 2026
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Brooklyn fire kills 6 in Sunset Park
Officials said it is too early to tell whether the lithium-ion battery caused the fire.
The FDNY and NYPD did not immediately have identifying information for any of the victims.
Four people were pronounced dead at the scene.
“The presence of lithium-ion batteries at the scene is a serious concern, and more must be done to encourage and mandate safe storage practices,”
Six dead, seven injured in Brooklyn house fire
Mayor Mamdani said e-bike fires have increased to more than 400 fires in New York City this year.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani praised the efforts of the FDNY after the fire.
The fire displaced multiple residents, and the American Red Cross is assisting with temporary housing.
Six killed in fire at Brooklyn building
A male and a female were pronounced dead at the hospital.
The fire occurred early on Thursday morning.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he was heartbroken by the deaths.