A high-rise building in Manhattan was deemed unstable on July 7, 2026, after authorities reported that support columns had buckled. This led to the evacuation of nearby buildings. Officials discovered multiple cracks and sagging floors on the 21st floor of the former Pfizer pharmaceutical building, which is currently being converted into residential apartments. The fire department confirmed that two structural columns had buckled and noted the presence of other structural issues.
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Manhattan Building Evacuated Due to Structural Issues
On July 7, 2026, a high-rise building in Manhattan was evacuated after officials found that support columns had buckled. The building, which is being converted into apartments, exhibited multiple structural issues including cracks and sagging floors.
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