MIDTOWN MANHATTAN, A significant emergency response is underway in Manhattan, where firefighters are battling a large rooftop fire producing heavy black smoke in a high-rise building near a busy Midtown corridor.
According to initial reports, the fire broke out just before 10:00 a.m. Tuesday near the intersection of East 43rd Street and Madison Avenue, a densely populated area located close to Grand Central Terminal.
The Fire Department of New York deployed multiple fire units and emergency personnel to the scene, where crews are actively working to control the flames and prevent the fire from spreading to other parts of the building.
Witnesses reported thick, dark smoke rising above the structure, visible from several locations across the city, raising concern among residents, commuters, and visitors.
The incident is unfolding during increased activity in the area due to the New York City St. Patrick’s Day Parade, drawing additional attention as large crowds are gathered nearby.
Authorities have not reported any injuries or confirmed the extent of damage at this time. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Officials are urging the public to avoid the immediate area to allow emergency crews to respond safely and effectively.
The situation remains ongoing, and further updates are expected as more details become available.
