Falling bricks and buckling columns at a Manhattan high rise force evacuations
Summary
A high-rise building in Midtown Manhattan undergoing conversion from offices to luxury apartments showed signs of structural damage, including falling bricks and buckled columns, which led to evacuations of nearby buildings, including a school with about 400 children. Officials reported no injuries and closed nearby streets while inspecting the building’s safety.Key Facts
- The building is located at 235 East 42nd Street in Midtown Manhattan.
- It was formerly Pfizer’s global headquarters and dates from the 1970s.
- Structural problems included falling bricks and buckling columns on the 21st and 22nd floors.
- Floors between the 21st and 26th levels were sagging.
- The building is being converted into luxury apartments with over 1,600 units, including adding more than a dozen stories.
- Nearby buildings, including a school with about 400 children, were evacuated as a precaution.
- No injuries were reported, and all workers inside the building were accounted for.
- Streets near the site were closed to vehicles and pedestrians during the inspection.
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