A fire broke out in an apartment building in Manhattan, leaving two individuals with critical injuries as emergency responders rushed to the scene. Authorities are investigating the cause of the blaze, which prompted evacuations and prompted a swift response from firefighters. Neighbors reported thick smoke filling hallways, raising concerns about the building’s safety measures. The situation underscores ongoing risks in urban housing fires, with officials urging residents to remain vigilant about fire safety protocols.


Two people critically injured in fire at Manhattan apartment building  New York Daily News