Six people, including four civilians and two firefighters, suffered minor injuries as a result of a crane collapse in Manhattan, New York. The incident unfolded during the response to a five-alarm fire at a vacant construction site located at 10th Avenue and 41st Street. As the fire burned, the crane operator valiantly tried to put out the flames, but was eventually forced to leave the crane cab. Fortunately, the operator was unharmed.
The intensity of the fire apparently weakened the crane’s wiring, causing its dramatic collapse. Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation into all aspects of the crane’s operation to determine the exact cause of the incident. In parallel, engineers will meticulously assess the structural integrity of the building that bore the brunt of the crane fall.
The aftermath of the collapse left the area with emergency personnel present, and residents and travelers should expect possible traffic disruptions and smoke. As a precaution, authorities have advised people to avoid the section between 10th and 11th avenues from West 41st Street to West 42nd Street.
The incident highlights the importance of strict security measures in construction zones and the need for continuous vigilance to prevent such accidents. Our thoughts are with those injured and we extend our gratitude to the firefighters and emergency personnel who quickly responded to the situation.
note taken from CNN below you can see the impressive images in the link:
https://edition.cnn.com/videos/us/2023/07/26/new-york-city-crane-collapse-vpx.cnn
