"There have been no injuries reported following the collapse in the Bronx borough's Mott Haven neighborhood, according to NYC Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Kaz Daughtry. "We are getting a full assessment from first responders and will continue to provide updates. Please avoid the area for your safety," New York City Mayor Eric Adams wrote on X. Aerial images showed that a large, exterior section of the 20-story building had crumbled."
"There were reports of a gas explosion inside the building's incinerator shaft, according to FOX 5 NY, which cited the New York City Fire Department. "Con Edison Gas has shut gas utility to the impacted building," New York City Emergency Management said. Dozens of firefighters responded to the scene, where 40 apartment units were evacuated, FOX 5 NY also reported."
A large exterior portion of a 20-story apartment building at 205 Alexander Ave in the Bronx's Mott Haven collapsed Wednesday morning, leaving rubble and prompting a search-and-rescue operation. Officials reported no injuries and secured the building perimeter. Deputy Mayor Kaz Daughtry said the 'chimney side collapsed' and that residents in F and G apartments were being evacuated and cared for at a nearby community center. Reports indicated a gas explosion inside the building's incinerator shaft; Con Edison Gas shut gas service to the impacted building. Dozens of firefighters responded and 40 apartment units were evacuated while investigators probe the cause.
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