Deadly NYC Parking Garage Collapse Leaves One Dead, Four Injured
A parking garage in lower Manhattan has collapsed, killing at least one person and injuring four others. Officials warn the casualty count could rise swiftly and have ordered nearby buildings to evacuate immediately.
Chaos as Floors ‘Pancake’ and People Get Trapped
The four-story Enterprise Ann Parking garage at 123 New Street, sandwiched between Nassau and William Streets, gave way, causing floors to ‘pancake’ on top of each other. Several people were trapped inside, including some stuck in a collapsed lift shaft. One harrowing video captures a woman screaming, “Get out!” amid the chaos.
Emergency Response Stalled by Collapse Risk
Firefighters have been unable to enter the unstable structure due to fears of further collapse. Christopher Marte, a New york/" title="York" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">York City Council member, confirmed on Twitter that “a few people are stuck in a lift in the building.
City On High Alert as Commuters Brace for Delays
Mayor Eric Adams has been briefed, with warnings issued about potential nighttime traffic delays around City Hall, close to the disaster site. Pace University, nearby, has cancelled all classes and evacuated its campus to keep students safe.
- Location: 123 New Street, lower Manhattan
- Casualties: 1 dead, 4 injured (numbers may rise)
- Structure: Four-story parking garage
- Rescue: Emergency crews held back due to further collapse risks
- Impact: Nearby buildings evacuated, local university classes cancelled
