Several Hurt In 3-Alarm Fire In Elmhurst, Queens
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NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) -- Several people have been hurt in a three-alarm house fire in Elmhurst, Queens.
The fire broke out just after 5 a.m. on Case Street. Flames and smoke could be seen pouring from the roof of the building.
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The FDNY says at least seven firefighters suffered serious, but non life-threatening injuries. Two civilians were also hurt, including one critically.
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Officials had warned area residents to keep their windows closed to avoid smoke.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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