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Fire breaks out on Brooklyn Bridge during New York’s fireworks show

Fire breaks out on Brooklyn Bridge during New York’s fireworks show

Summary

A fire started on the Brooklyn Bridge in New York during the city’s July Fourth fireworks celebration but was quickly put out by firefighters. No one was hurt, and the bridge was closed to traffic during the event.

Key Facts

  • The fire broke out on the Brooklyn Bridge during New York’s Independence Day fireworks show.
  • Firefighters used two fire engines to extinguish the flames.
  • The fire happened shortly before 10 p.m. and caused smoke to rise.
  • No injuries were reported from the fire.
  • The bridge was closed to traffic during the fireworks display.
  • Officials keep people at a safe distance during fireworks in case small fires start.
  • The fireworks show was moved earlier because of bad weather threats.
  • Severe weather delayed or canceled other Independence Day events on the East Coast, including in Washington, D.C.
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