One person was killed Saturday in an apartment fire in Hell’s Kitchen, authorities said Saturday.
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Flames broke out on the top floor at 308 West 49th Street Saturday, according to the New York City Fire Dept. The multi-story building has 21 units. The name of the person who was killed hasn’t been released. They were one of two victims who were rushed to a hospital.
The other person hurt in the fire is expected to recover.
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The fire started around 11:00 AM, across the street from the Worldwide Plaza complex. The flames were brought under control just before noon.
The cause of the fire has not been determined.