Summary
A parking garage under construction in South Philadelphia partially collapsed, resulting in one death and two missing individuals. The incident led to an extensive rescue operation and an ongoing investigation to determine the cause of the collapse.
Key Facts
- A parking garage collapsed in South Philadelphia, killing one person and leaving two missing.
- The collapse happened in the 3000 block of Grays Ferry Avenue.
- The Philadelphia Fire Department found the structure severely damaged with debris at the lower levels.
- Rescue efforts are slow due to concerns about the building's stability.
- Heavy equipment and engineers are on-site to stabilize the building for safety.
- The garage was part of a Children's Hospital of Philadelphia expansion project.
- The project faced opposition from local groups over traffic and environmental concerns.
- An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the collapse, with city inspectors reviewing the site.
