A fire broke out at a high-rise apartment building located at 212 E. Broadway in Manhattan’s Lower East Side on the evening of July 17, 2026. The incident was reported at 10:15 p.m., occurring on the 17th floor of the building.
Emergency response consisted of 38 units and 120 fire and EMS personnel who swiftly arrived at the scene. The fire was successfully brought under control by 11:59 p.m. During the firefighting efforts, five firefighters sustained injuries. Four of them were transported to NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital with minor, non-life-threatening injuries, while the fifth firefighter was evaluated at the scene and refused further medical treatment.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation, and no fatalities have been confirmed at this time. Details regarding potential displacement of residents are not yet available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where did the fire occur in Manhattan?
The fire occurred at 212 E. Broadway in the Lower East Side of Manhattan.
How many firefighters were injured in the fire?
Five firefighters were injured, with four taken to the hospital for minor injuries and one treated on scene.
What time was the fire reported?
The fire was reported at 10:15 p.m. on July 17, 2026.
How many emergency personnel responded to the fire?
A total of 120 fire and EMS personnel responded to the scene.
Is the cause of the fire known?
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation and has not been confirmed.
Incident Details
- Location: Lower East Side, Manhattan — 212 E. Broadway, NYC
- Date: Jul 17, 2026 at 10:15 PM
- Type: News Report
- Property: high-rise apartment building
- Injuries: 5 | Fatalities: 0
