Building Collapse in New York City Kills Two, Injures 19
Summary
A three-story mixed-use building collapsed in New York City’s Flatbush area, killing at least two people and injuring 19, including seven children. Rescue crews continued searching the debris as officials warned that another collapse could still occur.
Key Points
- At least two people died and 19 were injured when a three-story building collapsed in New York City on Wednesday afternoon.
- Four of the injured are in serious condition, while 12 are stable; at least seven children are among those hurt.
- Firefighters carried victims from the debris and took them to safety during a large rescue operation in Brooklyn’s Flatbush area.
- Officials said the search and rescue effort remained extremely dangerous because another section of the building could still collapse.
