Hazmat Fire in Yonkers Causes Evacuations, Train Service Suspension

A fire at European Beauty Concepts, a beauty supply warehouse in Yonkers, created a hazardous materials situation due to the release of toxic fumes, primarily from bleach and other chemicals stored at the site. The fire led to evacuations of nearby homes and forced authorities to advise residents between Woodworth and Ravine Avenues near Glenwood Metro-North station to remain indoors while cleanup operations continue. As a precaution, Woodworth Avenue and Ravine Avenue were closed between Union Place and Ashburton Avenue, and both pedestrian and vehicle traffic were restricted in the area. The incident caused temporary suspensions of Amtrak Northeast Empire service and partial suspensions of Metro-North Hudson Line service between Yonkers and Greystone. Despite the severity of the hazmat situation, no civilian injuries were reported, though one firefighter sustained minor injuries. Officials continue to investigate the cause of the fire and monitor air quality as they work to resolve the situation.