"The reckless direction of these workers to remove bricks from the pier, together with the failure to report the issue to DOB, caused this building to come down."
"Extensive deterioration - including cracked concrete, corroded steel reinforcements and poorly connected walls - left the building especially vulnerable."
A recent investigation revealed that the fatal collapse of the Lower Manhattan parking garage was triggered by unapproved demolition activities and prolonged structural neglect. The garage, operating for nearly a century, suffered from deterioration, including compromised load-bearing structures. An unauthorized removal of bricks weakened a critical pier, leading to a fatal collapse. The city officials emphasized that the tragedy was preventable and highlighted negligence by the garage operator, who failed to secure necessary permits or assess structural risks adequately.
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