Updated Mon, May 11, 2026 at 8:56 PM UTC
At least five people were injured, including several children critically, in a fire at an apartment building in the Bronx on Monday.
FDNY officials say the fire broke out just before 3:40 p.m. at a six-story apartment building at 2609 Bainbridge Ave. and East 193rd and 194th streets in the Fordham section.
They say five civilians were injured, including three children who are in critical condition at St. Barnabas Hospital. Police say all three are toddlers, ages 1 to 2 years old.
One civilian was also seriously injured and another suffered minor injuries. They were taken to nearby hospitals.
More than 20 units, and 79 fire and EMS personnel responded to the scene.
Operations are ongoing, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.
Police say at least 10 people have been displaced by the fire.
This is breaking news. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
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