Bronx building collapse: Damning report on Alexander Avenue surfaces; 15-year-old in coma

Bronx building collapse: A part of a high-rise apartment in New York City collapsed on Wednesday, triggering a heavy fire department response

Updated on: Oct 1, 2025, 21:19:03 IST

By Yash Nitish Bajaj

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Bronx building collapse: A part of a high-rise apartment in New York City collapsed on Wednesday, triggering a heavy fire department and emergency response. Videos on social media showed a pile of rubble in the area after the reported gas explosion. Fire officials, however, said there were no immediate reports of injuries.

Firefighters stand on the roof of a building that partially collapsed in the Bronx borough of New York (AP)

Officials said that they responded to a report of a gas explosion that collapsed an incinerator shaft in the 20-story building at around 8:10 AM local time. “An investigation is underway to determine the cause of this event and the extent of any damage beyond the reported exterior damage to the chimney,” the city's Housing Authority said in a statement.

“New Yorkers, I have been briefed about the emergency situation taking place in the Mott Haven area of the Bronx. We are getting a full assessment from first responders and will continue to provide updates. Please avoid the area for your safety,” Mayor Eric Adams noted on X, platform formerly known as Twitter.

“Upon arrival, officers observed a partial building collapse,” the New York Police Department said in a statement.

Now, a damning report about a fire incident in the Bronx area has surfaced. A 15-year-old girl was rescued from a burning high-rise in the Bronx last month and was in a coma. Officials said that the fire broke out on the 12th floor of the building on Alexander Avenue in Mott Haven.

The girl has been identified as Carisma Hayes. Firefighters spotted her hanging out of a window before they found her unconscious inside the apartment. She was taken to the hospital, where her father, Tyrone, said she was being treated for severe smoke inhalation and burns to her throat.

"She’s in a coma right now and we're fighting for her and praying for her," he said.

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Yash Nitish Bajaj
Yash Bajaj is a Chief Content Producer with a strong foundation in US coverage, digital strategy, and audience-focused storytelling. As part of the US Desk at Hindustan Times, he covers a wide range of topics - from American politics to sports (NFL, NBA, derbies, MLB and more). Before joining Hindustan Times, Yash served as Deputy News Editor at Times Now, where he oversaw international coverage and led a team of six. In this role, he significantly expanded global traffic through strategic planning, SEO-driven content execution, and meticulous trend tracking across platforms. He is experienced in managing high-pressure breaking-news shifts, coordinating live coverage, and building newsroom systems that improve speed, accuracy, and reach. Prior to Times Now, Yash held a position at Opoyi, where he headed the Sports and US news team. He developed broad editorial strategies, guided reporters across multiple beats, and played a key role in recruiting and training new talent. His responsibilities also extended to social media management and experimenting with innovative content formats. A passionate NFL fan, Yash is a die-hard supporter of the Cincinnati Bengals and has followed Joe Burrow closely since his college days at LSU. Whether breaking down top players' latest performance, analyzing team performances, or tracking roster moves, he brings the same dedication and sharp storytelling to his sports coverage as he does to American politics and breaking news. When he’s not writing, Yash can often be found watching games or debating the latest NFL storylines with fellow fans. Yash holds a Bachelor of Mass Media (Journalism) from HR College, Mumbai University. His interests extend well beyond the newsroom: he is an enthusiastic explorer of AI tools, a movie buff with an ever-growing watchlist, and someone who enjoys unraveling conspiracy theories for fun.Read More

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