Emergency services respond to New York explosion, building collapse
Emergency services in New York City are responding to reports of an explosion.
The reports also indicate a possible building collapse, in the East Harlem area.
116th and Park RT @orangeadnan: Huge explosion at east harlem. A building just completely exploded. pic.twitter.com/7R63VJQtyG
— Neetzan Zimmerman (@neetzan) March 12, 2014
There were no immediate reports of injuries. TV news footage shows smoke billowing from the area.
Now: Photo of #Manhattan collapse. #FDNY has 39 units and 168 members responding. The scene is developing. pic.twitter.com/zWhTmi9Dsm
— FDNY (@FDNY) March 12, 2014
WABC reported that residents heard a large explosion in an apartment building at around 9am local time.
The fire department said the reports came in from around Park Avenue between 114th and 117th streets.
