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Construction crane catches fire, partially collapses in Hell’s Kitchen

By Michael Stallone
Updated  July 26, 2023 5:14pm EDT
New York
FOX 5 NY

NYC crane collapse injuries at least 12, including 3 firefighters

FOX 5 NY's Antwan Lewis has the latest on the investigation.

HELL'S KITCHEN - A construction crane caught fire in Hell’s Kitchen, with the arm of it partially collapsing and striking a building across the street.

The crane is located on the west side of Manhattan, around W 41st St. and 10th Avenue, near Hudson Yards.

Evacuations after crane collapse

FOX 5 NY's Arthur Chi'en heard from some people who were forced to run from safety when the crane came crashing down.

Firefighters worked to get the five-alarm fire under control, which started just before 7:30 a.m., according to the FDNY.

At least 12 people, including three firefighters, and 9 civilians were injured. They suffered non-life threatening injuries, and were taken to hospitals, according to Mayor Eric Adams. The extent of their injuries is unknown at this time.

Former FDNY commissioner reacts

Former FDNY Commissioner Thomas Von Essen said the main challenge for firefighters is to get enough water on to the actual crane.

Traffic was being diverted away from the area. Buildings and streets were also evacuated.

Adams said an operator was on top of the crane when the fire broke out, but was able to safely get away from the area.