Nearly 20 people are confirmed injured, with at least 8 dead following a building collapse in New York City.
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6 bodies have been recovered so far as rescue efforts continue after the 3-story building collapsed in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, The New York Post reports. 2 victims pulled from the wreckage later died after being transported to a nearby hospital, the outlet added. So far, authorities have not identified any of the victims.
The Post also reports that 19 people have been injured in the building collapse, with 4 of those listed as being in critical condition. According to the FDNY, the 3-story building collapsed around 4 pm yesterday (Nov. 11), with wreckage and debris spilling into an adjacent open construction site.
Included among those injured are reportedly 7 children. 4 suffered critical injuries, with 5 suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities reportedly expect the death toll to rise as rescue and recovery efforts continue.
NYC Mayor "Heartbroken" After Brooklyn Building Collapse
69 units and 250 fire and EMS personnel rushed to the chaotic scene yesterday as the tragedy unfolded. Reportedly, at least 3 firefighters were injured, according to NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
"Rescue workers have spent the night searching the site of yesterday's building collapse, working under extremely dangerous conditions to find and save anyone who may still be trapped," Mamdani wrote on X early this morning.
"I am heartbroken that eight New Yorkers have now lost their lives and at least 17 have been injured, including three firefighters," he added. "There are no words for a loss of this magnitude. My heart is with the families and loved ones of those we have lost, those who are injured and everyone grieving today."
Officials say the rescue effort is still underway, and people may remain trapped beneath the rubble. Crews are searching the wreckage with drones, buckets, and vacuum trucks.
On Thursday morning, city building inspectors checked nearby properties, and streets around the site were closed. Officials urged the public to stay away.
The exact cause of the building collapse remains unknown.
The building, built in 1930, included both residential and commercial spaces.
