A partial building collapse occurred in the Brooklyn borough of New York, USA. At least 1 person lost their life and 4 others were injured in the incident.
REPORTS OF PEOPLE TRAPPED UNDER RUBBLE
Officials from the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) announced that teams were dispatched to the area following reports of a partial building collapse in Brooklyn. Initial assessments indicate that there are people trapped under the rubble.
The collapsed building is located on a block between Newkirk and Flatbush avenues in central Brooklyn. Authorities stated that at least 1 person died in the incident, 4 people were injured, and some of the injured are still awaiting rescue.
SEARCH AND RESCUE OPERATIONS UNDERWAY
Fire and rescue teams, who arrived at the scene following the report, have launched efforts to reach those trapped under the rubble. In addition to search operations, teams are also working to clear the debris.
Meanwhile, authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the building collapse.
Footage shared on social media from the scene showed that a section of the building had collapsed, creating a large amount of debris in the surrounding area. The footage also captured moments of fire crews attempting to reach those trapped under the rubble and conducting debris removal operations with the help of a crane.
News Source: 12punto
