By David Porter, Michelle L. Price and Michael R. Sisak The Associated Press
Posted January 10, 2022 8:02 pm
3:59New York City apartment fire death toll lowers to 17, mayor calls incident ‘unspeakable tragedy’
WARNING: Video contains disturbing content not suitable for all viewers. Viewer discretion is advised. Investigators say a malfunctioning electric space heater started the fire in a 19-story building in the Bronx, New York on Sunday morning. New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Monday called the fire an “unspeakable tragedy.” The fire killed 17 people, two fewer than originally thought.
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