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Fire Engulfs Brooklyn Bridge Walkway During July Fireworks

7/5/2026

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Flames erupted on the Brooklyn Bridge walkway while the city’s Fourth of July fireworks were underway.
Police reported the fire at 9:32 p.m. and said no injuries occurred.
A water truck was dispatched to extinguish the blaze.
The bridge was closed to vehicles and pedestrians while emergency vehicles blocked all lanes.

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Story summary

Flames erupted on the Brooklyn Bridge walkway while the city’s Fourth of July fireworks were underway.
Police reported the fire at 9:32 p.m. and said no injuries occurred.
A water truck was dispatched to extinguish the blaze.
The bridge was closed to vehicles and pedestrians while emergency vehicles blocked all lanes.