Manhattan crane fire, partial collapse recalls previous incidents in New York City
The crane went up in flames shortly before 7:30 a.m. at a 50-story building that was under construction on 10th Avenue between West 41st and 42nd streets.
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The crane went up in flames shortly before 7:30 a.m. at a 50-story building that was under construction on 10th Avenue between West 41st and 42nd streets.
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