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At least 8 killed, 17 hurt in Brooklyn building collapse, officials say
CBS News • • nation
Key Points:
- A three-story building at 1321 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collapsed on Wednesday afternoon, killing at least eight people and injuring 17 others, including seven children, with a neighboring building also significantly damaged.
- More than 250 firefighters and EMS personnel responded quickly, rescuing trapped individuals and continuing search efforts amid precarious wreckage; officials warn the search for victims may take several days.
- The collapse occurred adjacent to a vacant construction site where excavation was underway; city records reveal a prior demolition violation at the site, though its connection to the collapse remains under investigation.
- Authorities, including the Brooklyn District Attorney and New York City Department of Buildings, are investigating the cause of the collapse and whether any criminal conduct or safety violations contributed to the incident.
- A reception center has been established for displaced residents, and officials urge anyone unable to contact loved ones in the area to call designated hotlines for assistance.
