5-Alarm Fire Rips Through 1486 Watson

5-Alarm Fire Rips Through 1486 Watson
Photo by Edwin Soto

Firefighters combated a raging 5-alarm fire at a 3-story building at 1486 Watson Avenue on Sunday, October 1 at 2:30 p.m.

According to the FDNY, the fire broke out on the top floor and spread quickly.

The blaze was brought under control around 4:30 p.m.

Two firefighters were treated at the scene for minor injuries and smoke inhalation.

Tenants were safely evacuated from the burning building.

The incident remains under investigation.