Manhattan Fire Update: Six Injured in Washington Heights Apartment Blaze

 A Washington Heights apartment fire at 598 West 178th Street reportedly injured six people, including five firefighters. The FDNY deployed 141 personnel, while a partial vacate order affected residential units.

Washington Heights Fire: What Happened at West 178th Street?

A fire at a five-story apartment building in Washington Heights, Manhattan, reportedly left six people injured and prompted a major emergency response on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. According to the supplied report, the blaze occurred at 598 West 178th Street, near St. Nicholas Avenue.

The fire was reported at approximately 11:17 a.m. and reportedly involved an apartment on the building’s fifth floor. The New York City Fire Department (FDNY) dispatched 46 units and 141 fire and emergency medical personnel to tackle the blaze and assist residents.

Although the article was published on October 27, it identifies October 13 as the incident date.

Six People Injured in Washington Heights Apartment Fire

According to the report, six people were transported to hospitals for medical treatment. Those affected included one civilian and five firefighters.

Four firefighters reportedly sustained minor injuries, while another firefighter suffered moderate injuries. The supplied account does not identify the civilian or provide further details about their condition.

Firefighters conducted searches of the affected floor and surrounding areas while working to contain the flames. The report states that crews prevented the fire from consuming the entire building, although smoke and water damage remained concerns.

Partial Vacate Order Issued for Residential Units

Following the incident, the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) reportedly issued a partial vacate order affecting residential units in the building while safety assessments were carried out.

The report states that the ground-floor commercial space was excluded from the order. However, it does not establish when residents would be allowed to return or whether temporary accommodation was arranged.

Fire Cause and Investigation

The precise cause of the Washington Heights fire had not been confirmed in the supplied material. The FDNY Fire Marshal’s office was reportedly investigating the incident, while building officials assessed safety concerns following the fire.

Traffic disruptions were also reported around West 178th Street and nearby St. Nicholas Avenue as emergency crews operated at the scene.

Latest Update on the Manhattan Fire

The supplied report describes six injuries, a large FDNY response, and a partial vacate order affecting residential units. The fire’s cause, the full extent of the building damage, and the timeline for residents to return remain unconfirmed in the material provided. The account has not been independently verified here; official FDNY and Department of Buildings updates should be consulted for confirmed information.