NYC crane catches fire before collapse on top of Manhattan high-rise under construction

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023 12:40PM

LIVE: Crane catches fire, collapses in New York City

NEW YORK — A large crane on a high-rise building caught fire and partially collapsed in New York City Wednesday morning.

The crane is on a building under construction, located on 10th Avenue and West 41st Street.

Officials say 10th Avenue is closed for safety reasons until further notice.

A portion of the crane collapsed onto 10th Avenue.

Officials said nearby buildings are being evacuated for fears of an additional collapse.

Video showed firefighters shooting water from a different building above the crane.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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