Watertown city firefighters battle Thursday morning blaze

WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - Fire broke out Thursday morning at a two-unit home in Watertown.

City fire crews were called to the home at Bronson and Central streets shortly after 8 a.m.

The fire was reported by a passerby who saw black smoke pouring out the windows.

Officials say the fire started in the upstairs apartment while the adult and child who live there were on their way to school.

That floor has extensive smoke, fire, and water damage.

One resident in the first-floor apartment was home and got out safely. That floor sustained some water damage.

Nearby Central Street was closed while firefighting efforts were underway.

No injuries were reported.

No cause has been determined.

Firefighters were assisted at the scene by Guilfoyle Ambulance, the city police department, the department of public works, city codes, and National Grid. A town of Watertown Fire Department ladder truck was on standby.

The American Red Cross is helping the residents.