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Fire In Apartment Building On Prospect Park West Wednesday Morning

Fire In Apartment Building On Prospect Park West Wednesday Morning
fire 212 prospect park west
Photo by Tom Prendergast

A small fire broke out on the roof of an apartment building on Prospect Park West this morning, causing a commotion but thankfully no injuries.

fire 212 prospect park west
Photo by Tom Prendergast
fire 212 prospect park west
Photo by Tom Prendergast
fire 212 prospect park west
Photo by Tom Prendergast

According to the FDNY, the fire at 212 Prospect Park West, at the corner of 16th Street, was called in at about 10:50am Wednesday morning, and they had it under control about 15 minutes later.

fire 212 prospect park west
Photo by Tom Prendergast

Though several trucks were on hand, blocking traffic along the street, the fire was described as minor. The FDNY says there were no injuries reported.

fire 212 prospect park west
Photo by Tom Prendergast

The cause of the fire is under investigation, though a source says it was likely due to rubbish on the roof.