Four-Alarm Fire at Vacant Building on Emslie Street Brings Extended Overnight Response
Photo by Buffalo Fire DepartmentFlames rip through the upper floors and roof of the vacant Emslie Street building as firefighters battle the four-alarm blaze overnight.
Photo by Buffalo Fire DepartmentFirefighters operate amid heavy smoke and snow while securing the scene during the extended firefighting operation.
Photo by Buffalo Fire DepartmentA Buffalo Fire Department ladder truck is positioned in front of the structure as crews work to contain the intense fire conditions.
Photo by Buffalo Fire DepartmentA close view of the building’s façade shows heavy fire involvement and roof collapse as crews continue suppression efforts.
January 16, 2026 — Buffalo Fire Department firefighters responded at approximately 11:09 p.m. Thursday night to a reported fire at 468 Emslie Street, where crews encountered heavy fire conditions that ultimately escalated to a four-alarm response.
Firefighters worked for more than seven hours in challenging overnight conditions before bringing the fire under control at approximately 3:45 a.m. The building was confirmed to be vacant at the time of the incident, and no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Fire officials commended the professionalism, endurance, and dedication of the firefighters who operated for an extended period to safely contain the blaze and protect the surrounding area.
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