Two Killed, 17 Injured as Three-Story Building Collapses in Brooklyn

At least two people were killed and 17 others injured after a three-story building collapsed in Brooklyn, New York, on Wednesday. Four of the injured are in critical condition, while rescue workers fear more people may be trapped beneath the rubble.

The collapse occurred at around 4:01 p.m. local time on November 11, at the intersection of Flatbush and Bedford avenues in the Flatbush neighbourhood. The building was located beside an excavation site where construction work was underway. The collapse also damaged the wall of a neighbouring building, exposing the interiors of several apartments.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani described the incident as devastating. Fire department officials said seven children were among the injured. However, authorities have not confirmed whether any children were among those killed.

Rescue operations are continuing to determine whether anyone remains trapped beneath the debris. Specially trained search dogs are also being used in the operation.

Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the collapse.

Source: ABC News