A Midtown Manhattan high-rise, once the Pfizer headquarters, faces a crisis as its structural columns buckle, raising fears of imminent collapse and prompting emergency evacuations for nearby buildings.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani described the situation as "extremely serious," highlighting the urgent response from fire crews and city officials to stabilize the under-construction site.
The evacuation impacted around 400 children from a nearby school and disrupted local traffic, creating confusion for residents as streets remained closed.
Initial stabilization efforts showed promise, with officials lifting evacuation orders for some neighboring buildings while confirming no further movement detected in the high-rise since the incident.
The project, intended to transform the building into a luxury apartment complex with 1,500 units, now faces increased scrutiny regarding construction practices and past safety violations.
Engineers are assessing the need for repairs and potential partial demolition to address the serious structural concerns, as city officials work tirelessly to ensure the safety of the area.
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