Firefighters responding to a blaze in Sunset Park, New York City

Sunset Park Fire Highlights Deadly Increase in New York City Blaze Deaths

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This year, New York City has experienced nearly double the number of fire-related deaths compared to the same period in 2025. The recent blaze in Sunset Park adds to a troubling trend of increased fatalities from fires in the city.

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