Five-Alarm Fire Spreads to 11 Homes in Queens

2009_02_qnsfirew.jpg A fire in the Woodhaven section of Queens has spread to a number of homes on 96th Street. It's believed the fire started in one home before 12:45 p.m. According to WCBS 2, nearly 200 firefighters are fighting the blaze that has spread due to the strong winds." So far, no injuries have been reported but the winds are making things difficult.

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Perfect weather day for an arsonist. Dry and windy.

Only a few blocks away from me. Jeez.

I think if we cut back a bit on the FDNY to save some money I bet the next time the whole block will go.

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