A 2-alarm fire broke out in an apartment building in the Hamilton Heights neighborhood of Manhattan on August 16, 2026 at 6:15 pm. The incident resulted in injuries to five people, including four firefighters.
Firefighters were observed on the roof of the building, battling the flames as they worked to contain the blaze. The location of the fire was reported to be at 3657 Broadway.
According to property records, 3657 Broadway is a 10-story, elevator-equipped apartment building constructed in 1917. The property contains 79 residential units—76 of which are rent-stabilized—and five ground-floor commercial spaces, totaling approximately 111,420 square feet. Its age, size, and residential density underscore the unique fire safety and evacuation challenges associated with older, pre-war multifamily buildings.
This was not the building’s first significant fire response. FDNY dispatch records indicate firefighters responded to a 10-77 high-rise fire at the same address in January 2026 after a second-floor apartment caught fire.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people were injured in the Hamilton Heights fire?
Five people were injured, including four firefighters.
Were any fatalities reported in the Hamilton Heights fire?
Fatalities have not been confirmed in the Hamilton Heights fire.
What is known about the emergency response to the fire?
Firefighters were seen on the roof battling the fire, but specific emergency response details are unconfirmed.
Is the cause of the Hamilton Heights fire known?
The cause of the fire in Hamilton Heights remains unconfirmed.
Incident Details
- Location: Hamilton Heights, NY, Manhattan — 3657 Broadway.
- Date: Aug 16, 2026 at 6:15 PM
- Type: News Report
- Property: apartment building
- Injuries: 5 | Fatalities: 0
