FLUSHING, Queens (VINnews) — Firefighters are battling a massive blaze at a home in Flushing Monday that has left seven people injured, two critically.

The fire broke out shortly before 12:30 p.m. on College Point Boulevard between Avery and Pople avenues. Part of the building collapsed, forcing crews to continue their efforts from outside while working to prevent the flames from spreading to neighboring homes.

Two residents were rushed to Jacobi Hospital in critical condition, while five others were evaluated at the scene for injuries, officials said.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

BREAKING: Queens Home COLLAPSES in Massive Fire – 7 Hurt, 2 Critical condition.

FDNY battles 4th-alarm blaze at 44-49 College Point Blvd, Flushing.

EMS treating 5 minor injuries while 2 are fighting for life

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