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NYC high-rise ‘unstable’ after columns buckle, bricks fall, officials say

NYC high-rise ‘unstable’ after columns buckle, bricks fall, officials say

Summary

A building under construction in Midtown New York City became unstable after two support columns bent and five floors collapsed. The New York City Fire Department responded with a large emergency operation on Tuesday morning.

Key Facts

  • The incident happened in Midtown, New York City.
  • Two structural columns in the building bent or buckled.
  • Five floors of the building gave way and collapsed.
  • The building was still under construction at the time.
  • The New York City Fire Department launched a major emergency response.
  • The event occurred on Tuesday morning.
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