Apparent building evacuation near East 26th St

1/25/2026 06:05 AM

Fire & Arson

E 26th St, New York, NY 10010

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to a potential building evacuation near East 26th Street in New York. Battalion Six reported over a thousand civilians had gathered in basements and were safely evacuated. No injuries or medical assistance were required, and emergency services later cleared the scene.