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Several firefighters hurt, 1 seriously, battling Astoria fire

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3 firefighters, 1 civilian hurt in Astoria fire

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3 firefighters, 1 civilian hurt in Astoria fire

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NEW YORK — Several people were hurt when a fire broke out Wednesday in Astoria, Queens. 

Six firefighters were among the victims, including one who was seriously injured.

The fire started around 10:15 a.m. inside a building on 31st Street near 34th Avenue.

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Posted by CBS New York on Wednesday, March 29, 2023

More than 100 firefighters responded and brought the flames under control.

Officials said one firefighter was seriously hurt. Five others suffered minor injuries, along with a civilian. 

The cause of the fire is under investigation. 

Source: CBS

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