Fire in old hospital turned apartment building in Brooklyn

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On Saturday, a fire broke out at a former hospital turned apartment complex in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, - ABC 7 news writes.

The flames originated at the building on Prospect Place in Crown Heights, formerly known as the 'Jewish Hospital,' at approximately 5:30 p.m.

According to the FDNY, the fire erupted on the roof and extended to a single apartment.

One individual sustained injuries during the incident.

It took approximately 40 minutes to bring the flames under control.

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