We are heartbroken to share that a fire occurred early this morning on the northside of our Herald Holiday Market at Broadway and 36th Street, resulting in the destruction of a number of small business booths. This is a devastating moment for our market family, especially during what should be a joyful holiday season.
FDNY personnel responded to the market, located outside Macy's Herald Square location, to find heavy fire rapidly spreading from booth to booth just after 4 a.m. on Dec. 16.
Hazmat Company 1 removed several propane cylinders from the fire area. Fire Department personnel had trouble gaining access to working hydrants in the area, but once they gained access to a hydrant, they were able to knock down the main body of fire with three hose lines.
A firefighter suffered serious injuries while battling the fire and was transported to NYU Langone Tisch-Hospital. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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