In a shocking turn of events, a massive fire broke out at a high-rise building in Manhattan's Upper East Side early Friday morning, leaving several residents trapped and prompting a massive emergency response. Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic, with flames engulfing the top floors of the 20-story building and smoke billowing into the air. Firefighters were seen rushing into the burning building, with multiple units on the scene. As authorities scramble to contain the blaze and rescue those in danger, concerns are rising about the cause of the fire and potential damage to surrounding properties.
Eyewitness News at 6am - July 22, 2026 ABC7 New York
