Manhattan fire: NYC explosion: 3 firefighters and superintendent suffer minor injuries in Upper East Side Manhattan fire
Witnesses said they heard that the flames and smoke looked like an explosion before filling the air. Joann Sowma, who lives in front of the street, said he had a burst to the Daily Mail and saw heavy smoke in the sky, as stated in the Wabc report.
The videos showed strong flames on the roof and thick black smoke in the sky. More than 100 FDNY firefighters and EMS workers ran to fight fire as stated by Hindustan Times and still at the scene.
Gas accumulation may have caused a fire
According to ABC 7, the third alarm fire began with a gas accumulation in the basement of the building. The flames spread from the roof to Cockloft and three lofts on the upper floor. Vice President James Canty confirmed that three firefighters were slightly injured.
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Authorities warn people to avoid the region
The building supervisor was in the basement during the explosion and treated for a small injury. Deputy Mayor of Public Security Kaz Daughtry warned that more than 140 FDNY and EMS personnel are working to secure the region and according to reports to avoid location.
Local inhabitants shared their experiences online-a Reddit user wrote that the smell of burning was strong in the 90th and 3rd, and the other has published about three alarm fire warnings. Authorities, the cause of the fire is under investigation and according to the WABC report, this is still an active event, he said the updates will be followed.
FAQ
Q1: Where was the East Side Manhattan Fire?
The fire broke out in a seven -storey apartment between the first and second streets in Manhattan.
Q2: How many people were injured in NYC Apartment Fire?
Three firefighters and building manager up the East Side Manhattan suffered minor injuries in the fire.
