Overview

• FDNY says the fire broke out just after 4 p.m. at 2165 Ryer Ave. in Fordham Heights and was placed under control before 5 p.m.
• Twelve people were taken to hospitals, including one in critical condition, two in serious but non-life-threatening condition, and others with minor injuries.
• At least two people were rescued, including a child seen in Citizen App video, while other residents escaped using building scaffolding.
• Twelve units with about 60 fire and EMS personnel responded, and searches were complicated by clutter inside the affected apartment, officials said.
• The Red Cross registered five apartments for assistance with at least two families displaced, nearby businesses reported smoke, water and power impacts, and the cause remains under investigation.