On Monday, February 24, at about 12:50 p.m., a fire ignited inside a 40-story high-rise apartment building at 205 East 92nd Street on the Upper East Side in Manhattan. The fire was on the 16th floor.
Five people were injured, with three victims transported to a local hospital for treatment. Seventy-eight firefighters and EMS workers were called to the scene. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Fires in New York High-Rise Apartments
Fires in high-rise apartment buildings are particularly dangerous because of smoke inhalation, limited escape routes, and structural problems. What’s more, in a heavily populated area like the Upper East Side, emergency response teams need to act fast to limit the spread of a fire and
prevent injuries.
Apartment fires are typically caused by electrical problems, unattended cooking, and heating device failures. High-rise buildings typically have fire suppression systems, but tenants should make sure they are familiar with the evacuation routes and fire safety practices.
Victims of apartment fires may sustain smoke inhalation, burns, or other injuries that require medical attention. Additionally, those affected by a fire may be displaced, encounter financial hardships, and have difficulty finding alternative affordable housing. Understanding the available recovery resources is critical for the affected residents.
