Deadly Apartment Fire in Nunda: One Resident Lost in Pre-Dawn Blaze

A tragic apartment fire struck the Village of Nunda in Livingston County, New York, during the early morning hours of February 11, 2026, claiming one life.

The fire was reported at an apartment complex on Fourth Street around 2:05 a.m. Deputies from the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office and firefighters from multiple local departments responded quickly to find heavy smoke coming from the building, with reports that at least one person was trapped inside.

Crews worked under challenging nighttime conditions to extinguish the flames and conduct search operations. One resident was located deceased inside the structure. No other injuries were reported.

The Village of Nunda is a small, close-knit community of roughly 1,150–1,200 residents located in western New York’s Finger Lakes region. Incidents like this deeply affect the entire area.

The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation into the origin and cause of the fire. As of the latest available information, the cause remains undetermined, and the scene continues to be examined by fire investigators.

This incident occurred just after 2 a.m. on Wednesday, February 11, and serves as a sobering reminder of how rapidly residential fires can escalate—especially in the middle of the night when many people are asleep.

Fire safety officials emphasize the importance of basic prevention steps:

• Test smoke alarms monthly and replace batteries at least once a year.
• Develop and practice a home escape plan with two ways out of every room.
• Never disable smoke detectors, even temporarily.
• Keep hallways, stairwells, and exits clear of clutter.
• Use caution with space heaters, candles, and electrical devices.

Anyone with information about the fire is asked to contact the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office.

Stay safe—check your smoke alarms today and review your escape plan.