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id: cf353883d9
section: safety
first_reported: 2026-11-09 17:19 EST
updated: 2026-11-09 17:19 EST
status: reported
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# Man, 80, Killed in Fire at His Harlem Apartment, Officials Say

The cause of the early-morning fire was under investigation, officials said, noting there was “heavy clutter” in the unit where the blaze broke out.

Section: [Public Safety](/new-york/section/safety.md) · Entities: none

## Coverage

- [The New York Times – N.Y./Region](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/11/09/nyregion/apartment-fire-harlem-death.html), 2026-11-09 17:19 EST: Man, 80, Killed in Fire at His Harlem Apartment, Officials Say

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