Breaking: Fire in Ductwork of 66-Story NYC High-Rise

March 12, 2026 | NY

Emergency responders rushed to a 66-story commercial high-rise after a fire broke out in the first-floor ductwork around 8:07 p.m. on March 12. The blaze, classified as Box 726 by firefighters, drew a quick response from the department. Information about the fire's origin or any injuries is not yet available.

Box 726 Fire Department On Scene fire on the 1st floor duct work of a 66 story high rise commercial building

Officials are probing the incident, which stayed limited to the ductwork. Building occupants were safely evacuated preventively, with no signs of structural harm reported so far.

The episode highlights persistent issues with fire safety in tall buildings, which may prompt evaluations of safety regulations and upkeep procedures.

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