Fire crews start demolition on Bethlehem Steel site, evacuation orders still in effect

LACKAWANNA, N.Y. (WIVB) — Demolition of the Bethlehem Steel site started Thursday evening amid a massive fire. Crews were finally able to start fighting the fire from the inside.
The fire began Wednesday morning and propelled thick, black smoke into the sky, which could be seen for miles.
Officials told News 4 there were still pockets of heavy fire actively burning along with smoldering piles of rubber Thursday night.
Fire crews put a few holes in one of the walls that allowed them access