Deadly Queens fire update

A fire broke out around 1:30 a.m. Sunday in a Queens home, killing three people and injuring several others. The blaze quickly spread due to unsafe modifications in the house. One person remains in critical condition; four others and four firefighters sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Over 100 FDNY personnel responded, and the fire was under control by 3 a.m. Officials found no working smoke detectors and signs of hazardous conditions. The home, which had previous code violations, has been fully vacated. The Red Cross is assisting displaced residents. The cause is under investigation.