A fire broke out on the fourth floor of the Odyssey House supportive housing building in Harlem early this morning, leaving one resident with serious injuries, officials said. The blaze was reported at approximately 7:40 a.m. on September 21, 2026, at the six‑story structure located at 113 East 123 Street. Emergency crews from the New York City Fire Department arrived promptly to address the flames and to provide medical assistance to the injured occupant.
Firefighters from the FDNY worked to extinguish the fire on the fourth level of the building while also ensuring the safety of other residents and staff. The injured resident received treatment for serious injuries, though the extent of medical care required has not been disclosed. The fire was contained, and no additional injuries were reported. The department’s response focused on controlling the blaze and preventing it from spreading to other floors of the six‑story facility.
Odyssey House, the organization that operates the supportive housing complex, confirmed that the incident occurred within its Harlem location. The building, designed to provide housing and support services, houses multiple residents across its six floors. While details about the cause of the fire have not been released, authorities continue to investigate. The incident underscores the importance of rapid emergency response in multi‑unit residential buildings. No further information on the condition of the injured resident or any potential displacement of other occupants has been provided at this time.