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The Brooklyn Bridge Briefly Catches Fire During a Fireworks Display
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- The Brooklyn Bridge caught fire briefly during the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Show in New York City, with flames visible on the bridge’s walkway shortly after 9 p.m.
- The New York Police Department reported no injuries and indicated the fires were likely caused by fireworks set off on the bridge.
- Emergency responders extinguished the fires by around 10 p.m., and the bridge was closed to both vehicle and foot traffic until shortly before 11 p.m.
- Multiple emergency vehicles were present on the scene, and a water truck was used to put out the flames during the fireworks display.
