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FDNY responds to balcony fire at Morrisania building

FDNY officials say they got the call at 6 a.m. for a fire at a building on East 169th St.

News 12 Staff

Feb 20, 2026, 7:22 AM

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A balcony at a high rise building in Morrisania was in flames Friday morning, according to first responders.

FDNY officials say they got the call at 6 a.m. for a fire at a building on East 169th St.

Close to 80 firefighters responded to the scene.

Firefighters say two people were reported to have minor injuries.

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