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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Annabel Bate

Illegal fireworks start blaze that damaged multiple homes in New York City

New York FDNY

Illegal fireworks set off in New York City started a blaze that damaged multiple homes.

Surveillance footage shared by the New York Fire Department shows fireworks erupting dangerously on a residential street in Queens early on Wednesday morning (October 22).

The FDNY said fire marshals determined the explosives sparked a two-alarm fire and damaged multiple homes.

"Luckily, no one was seriously injured," the Department added.

All fireworks are illegal in New York City, with the FDNY urging residents to call 3-1-1 to report any use of the explosives.

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