Rooftop Fire Near Grand Central Sends Smoke Billowing Over Manhattan

Video: Thick Smoke Blankets Manhattan Skyline As Firefighters Battle Blaze

3/17/2026, 4:55:08 PM en source ↗

Summary

A rooftop fire erupted on East 43rd Street in Manhattan, close to the iconic Grand Central Terminal, on Tuesday, sending thick columns of smoke billowing across the New York City skyline. Firefighters and emergency crews responded swiftly to the scene to bring the blaze under control. The incident drew widespread attention after dramatic footage of the smoke-filled skyline circulated online.

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A rooftop fire broke out on East 43rd Street in Manhattan, near Grand Central Terminal on Tuesday, sending thick plumes of smoke rising over Manhattan skyline as firefighters and emergency crews rushed to the scene.