St. John's Episcopal Hospital In Queens Evacuated Due To Fire

New York City NY

13 September, 2021

11:00 AM

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CBS New York September 13, 2021 A fire forced an evacuation at the only hospital in Far Rockaway, Queens, on Friday. Heavy smoke and flames could be seen on the roof of St. John's Episcopal Hospital. The emergency room was on diversion as firefighters worked to contain the fire. Patients had to be rushed out, some on stretchers. CBS Local Digital Media personalizes the global reach of CBS-owned and operated television and radio stations with a local perspective.