Manhattan building sparks evacuations after two structural columns buckle
Summary
A building in Manhattan under construction was found unstable after two steel support columns bent, causing evacuations of the building and nearby areas. Officials are working to stabilize the building and say no one was hurt, but the situation is serious and could take days or weeks to resolve.Key Facts
- The building is a former Pfizer pharmaceutical site being converted into apartments.
- Two steel columns on the 21st floor buckled, causing floor cracks and sagging.
- The building is on East 42nd Street, between Second and Third avenues in Manhattan.
- Fire department drones are being used to inspect and gather information.
- City officials say the building is unstable but the collapse, if any, would be limited to a small area.
- Nearby workers have been evacuated and may be away from their offices for days or weeks.
- Construction company MetroLoft thanked officials for their quick response and confirmed no debris fell and no injuries occurred.
- The affected area is a small part of one of the two buildings on the site.
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