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Fire breaks out at Trump Tower in New York City, 2 injured

ABOVE: Firefighters responded to Trump Tower in New York on Monday morning after smoke was seen rising from the roof of the building – Jan 8, 2018

Two people were injured after a fire broke out on the roof of U.S. President Donald Trump’s Manhattan skyscraper, Trump Tower, Monday morning.

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The fire, which broke out around 7 a.m., was minor and was caused by an electrical fault, according to New York City fire crews.

Fire officials said a civilian was treated for serious injuries and a firefighter was treated for minor injuries.

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About 84 firefighters were at the scene initially. A few remained on the roof about an hour later.

WATCH: Two injured in fire at New York’s Trump Tower

People took social media to post images and video of the blaze, showing smoke rising from the skyscraper.

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