Watch Live: 4 hurt when crane arm catches fire, collapses at Manhattan construction site

NEW YORK -- A crane went up in flames Wednesday high above Manhattan and collapsed onto the street below.

The fire broke out shortly before 7:30 a.m. on top of a 50-story building that was under construction on 10th Avenue between West 41st and 42nd streets. 

Drivers are urged to avoid the area for the morning commute, as several roads are closed. Residents are also advised to shut their windows.