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Live updates: Buckling Manhattan high-rise, sagging floors trigger mass evacuations
By Jennifer Millman and Tom Shea at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
What to KnowThe FDNY said it got a call around 8 a.m. about bricks falling from the building at 235 East 42nd Street, between Second and Third avenues. The NYPD says it got a 911 call about the incident less than 15 minutes later.When cops arrived, they were told that construction workers on the ...
Key takeaway The NYPD says it got a 911 call about the incident less than 15 minutes later.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
For Los Angeles residents, the news of a Manhattan high-rise's structural issues may seem distant, but it raises questions about the safety of local construction projects. The fact that a 37-story building under construction in Manhattan experienced buckling support beams is a stark reminder that even in a city with strict building codes, accidents can still occur. In Los Angeles, where construction is a ubiquitous part of the cityscape, the potential for similar incidents exists. The city's Department of Building and Safety plays a crucial role in ensuring that local construction projects meet safety standards, and incidents like the one in Manhattan may prompt a review of their protocols. As the city continues to grow and develop, it is crucial that building safety remains a top priority to prevent similar evacuations and emergencies in Los Angeles.
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Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
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What is this story about? What to KnowThe FDNY said it got a call around 8 a.m. about bricks falling from the building at 235 East 42nd Street, between Second and Third avenues. The NYPD says it got a 911 call about the incident less than 15 minutes later.When cops arrived, they were told that construction workers on the ...
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