A building in Brooklyn collapsed early this week, killing two people and injuring more than a dozen others, emergency services confirmed.
Rescue crews are currently searching the rubble for additional victims and providing medical assistance to those who have been taken to local hospitals. The incident occurred in a residential complex, though authorities have not yet released details on the cause of the collapse.
Mayor Mamdani said that first responders arrived at the scene within one minute of the emergency call. “Rapid response is critical in situations like this,” the mayor added, though no further comments were provided at the time of reporting.
The building’s collapse has prompted a review of structural safety standards in the borough, with investigators expected to assess the site for potential hazards and to determine whether the building met all required regulations.
Local residents and emergency teams are working together to clear debris and secure the area while authorities continue to search for survivors and assess the full extent of the damage.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>