Green Island Bridge Closed, Massive Fire at Nearby Apartments
Fire crews from around the Capital Region are on the scene of a major fire at the Rivers Edge Apartments, located on Starbuck Island, situated on the Hudson River in the village of Green Island.
Smoke can be seen from miles away. Police and fire crews have closed the Green Island Bridge to traffic in both directions.
News 10 says roads surrounding the complex have also been closed as departments work to get it under control.
CBS 6 posted video taken from onlookers across the river show the fire's intensity.
Fire departments from Green Island, Troy, Watervliet and Cohoes are all on scene battling the blaze.
No word yet injuries or fatalities. It's not yet known how many apartments have been lost.
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