New York City building erupts in flames, partially collapses after explosion
An explosion tore through a building in Manhattan's East Village Thursday afternoon, causing it to partially collapse. One person was reportedly critically injured, while six people were treated at the scene and two firefighters were injured.
A stop-work order had apparently been issued on the commercial and residential building, according to the New York Buildings Department. The fire "could be seen tearing through at least two buildings," but the surrounding vicinity has been evacuated. —Stephanie Talmadge
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