The FDNY fought a tough three-alarm fire at the Sims Metal recycling facility in Long Island City on January 30, 2025. This incident is the second fire at the same location in five months, with firefighters battling challenging conditions due to high winds. The fire was brought under control after multiple alarms and the deployment of marine units to assist. Following the event, FDNY fire marshals have initiated an investigation into the fire's cause, reflecting ongoing concerns about safety at the facility, especially since a similar incident occurred previously due to lithium-ion batteries.
The FDNY battled a three-alarm fire at Sims Metal recycling facility in Queens, facing high winds that reignited hotspots, but ultimately brought it under control.
This incident marked the second significant fire in five months at the same site, prompting ongoing investigations from FDNY fire marshals into potential causes.
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