THE BRONX, N.Y. (WPIX) - An apartment building partially collapsed on Wednesday morning after a reported gas explosion in the Bronx, according to the New York City Fire Department.

The blast caused an incinerator shaft collapse around 8:10 a.m., according to the FDNY. No injuries were reported, fire officials said.

Officials told Nexstar's WPIX that at least 40 apartments had been evacuated and gas had been shut off to the rest of the building. K9 units also searched 10-foot-high piles of debris for any potential victims.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams posted on social media, saying, "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

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