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Light smoke reported near Fifth Ave building

Heard on: FDNY - Manhattan Dispatch
00:29
00:00
Engine 65 to Manhattan.
audio iconFire & Arson
5th Ave, New York, NY 10175
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews investigated a possible electrical issue after light smoke was observed in the basement switchgear room of a building near Fifth Avenue and 43rd Street in Manhattan. Con Edison was requested to check on the situation.

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