A major explosion occurred near a building in Manhattan, New York, leading to a significant fire. The fire subsequently enveloped the building, producing a large plume of black smoke. Numerous videos of the event have been shared across social media. The sound of sirens was also present.
Emergency services, including approximately 100 firefighters, arrived at the site swiftly after the explosion and began working to extinguish the fire. The area is located in Manhattan, an urban center known for its numerous skyscrapers.
Details about the incident are still being gathered. The exact cause of the fire is currently unknown. Firefighters are actively engaged in rescue operations and fire suppression efforts.
The New York City Fire Department’s fire marshals are investigating the cause of the fire. The fire, which started on the roof, quickly spread to the cockloft and three penthouse units. To combat the escalating blaze, roughly 40 fire units and 170 FDNY members were deployed to manage the three-alarm fire.