Blocked Building Exit or Fire Escape

Call 911

Call 911 to report an emergency situation or condition that might cause danger to life or personal property.

Need something else?

Fire Hazard to report potential fire related issues
Apartment Maintenance Complaint to report a broken door in a residential building
NYCHA Public Housing Maintenance Complaint to report a problem at a NYCHA public housing building

You can report a partially or fully blocked fire escape or secondary exit (also known as an egress). You also can report a secondary exit that's locked, sealed, or missing.

Include in your report:

What is blocking the exit
If the door is locked or sealed
If there is another way to get out of the building

Call 311 or 212-NEW-YORK (212-639-9675) to report the problem.