Fire breaks out at Queens restaurant, contained by firefighters; cause under investigation.

A two-alarm fire broke out on November 30, 2024, at a commercial strip in Queens, affecting the Taste of Samarkand Uzbek restaurant and neighboring businesses. About 100 firefighters tackled the blaze, which was contained by around 12:16 p.m. No serious injuries were reported, though a few firefighters had minor injuries. The cause of the fire is under investigation, with focus on space heaters in outdoor dining areas as a potential factor.

November 30, 2024
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