 This afternoon, the NYPD shut down major stretches of the West Side Highway and other roads near where the fireworks show will begin at 9 p.m. NYPD Chief Jeffrey Madry says they hope to see big crowds. The NYPD will be there to make sure that it's safe and enjoyable for everyone. So we hope to see you all out there. This is often a rough night for the city, with fireworks set off throughout the five boroughs and also gunshots and increased violence.