Philadelphia parking garage collapses killing worker, burying others
New York Post • • nation
Key Points:
- A partial collapse of a hospital parking garage under construction at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia resulted in one confirmed death and two workers missing and presumed dead, with three others rescued and two discharged.
- The collapse occurred when a precast concrete roof segment failed, causing all seven floors of the stairwell to fall, and was linked to Ohio-based subcontractor Precast Services Inc., who installed the concrete components.
- Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker confirmed all victims were members of Ironworkers Local 401 and emphasized a focus on safe demolition and dignified recovery efforts for the missing workers.
- The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is leading the investigation into the incident, with city officials promising a thorough and transparent inquiry.
- The garage project had faced local protests over congestion and environmental concerns, and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia stated it is prioritizing worker safety and cooperating with city and construction partners.
