FDNY officials say the fire, located on Shore Road in Bay Ridge, was first reported shortly after 5 p.m.
They say five people were injured. Four of those victims were taken to the hospital and one refused medical attention.
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There's no word on what type of injuries those were.
The high-rise building fire was brought under control just after 6 p.m.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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