Midtown blocks evacuated after beams found buckling at construction site: Police
Summary
Several blocks in Midtown Manhattan were evacuated after workers found structural beams buckling on the 21st floor of a building being converted from offices into apartments. Authorities closed some streets and evacuated nearby buildings as inspectors and engineers checked the site for safety. No injuries were reported.Key Facts
- The incident happened at 235 East 42nd Street in Midtown Manhattan near the United Nations.
- Workers noticed cracks and structural beams weakening on the 21st floor of a 37-story building.
- The building is being renovated to turn it from commercial offices into residential apartments.
- Floors 21 through 26 showed signs of caving due to structural stress.
- Nearby buildings, including a Hampton Inn and a school with 400 students, were evacuated.
- New York City Fire Department and Department of Buildings teams responded quickly.
- Several streets were closed as a safety precaution during inspections.
- No injuries occurred and all construction workers were safely evacuated.
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