The Albany County Judicial Center has been evacuated because of an underground electrical fire.
The fire broke out at around 3 p.m. in the sewer system under South Pearl Street, resulting in smoke being drawn into the building through the air intake system.
National Grid is on the scene to investigate the problem.
“For the protection and safety of those in the building, Sheriff Craig Apple and I determined this had to be done,” said Albany County Executive Daniel McCoy of the evacuation.
No one has been hurt and the source of the fire is unknown at this time.
Check back for updates.
GAZETTE COVERAGE
Ensure access to everything we do, today and every day, check out our subscribe page at DailyGazette.com/SubscribeMore from The Daily Gazette:
Hochul says yes to one-day wedding officiation
Hochul sworn in as first elected female NY governor, Delgado breaks barrier, too
Reigning America East women's basketball champion UAlbany opens league play Thursday
New York's Swearingen leads Professional Bull Riders into Albany for Dec. 29-30 event
McCollum, Stormo help Siena men's basketball beat St. Bonaventure to regain Franciscan Cup (with vid...
Categories: Uncategorized
