Summary
Firefighters tackled a large fire on the top floors of a high-rise apartment building in the Bronx, New York City. Around 200 emergency workers responded to the 4-alarm fire, and local officials opened a center to help displaced families.
Key Facts
- The fire occurred in a 17-story apartment building in the Bronx, New York City.
- The fire was on the top two floors of the building.
- The New York City Fire Department described it as a 4-alarm fire.
- About 200 fire and emergency crew members were involved in the response.
- The address of the fire was 3585 Bivonia Street.
- Vanessa Gibson, Bronx Borough President, announced efforts to support affected families, including a reception center for temporary housing services.
- The situation is ongoing, with updates expected as more information becomes available.
