Brooklyn building collapses, killing one and trapping others as crews search rubble
Casualties and rescue efforts
The New York Police Department said one person was pronounced dead at the scene. The FDNY reported ten injuries, including one person who remained trapped. Earlier, firefighters said several construction workers were being taken to hospitals for treatment. They were also trying to establish how many workers were at the job site.
Crews search the rubble
A person was seen being carried from the debris on a stretcher as emergency personnel responded. Authorities said multiple people were injured and people remained trapped. Louis said in a statement that officials were devastated by the death and reports of people trapped. Emergency personnel were working to reach those in the rubble.
Inspectors check nearby buildings
The city Department of Buildings said inspectors were at the collapse site near Flatbush Avenue. They were assisting with recovery operations and examining nearby structures for stability. The agency’s work was part of the response to the collapse. Firefighters continued efforts to reach people and account for workers at the site.
Key points
- One person died at the scene, according to the NYPD.
- The FDNY reported ten injured people, including one who remained trapped.
- Firefighters were trying to determine how many workers were at the site.
- City inspectors assessed the stability of buildings near Flatbush Avenue.