‘Multiple injured and multiple people trapped’ after NYC parking garage collapses in Manhattan: Woman is heard screaming ‘get out’ as frightening footage shows vehicles stacked on top of one another amongst crumbling concrete
- Multiple people were reported to be trapped after the floor of a parking garage collapsed on to another in New York City
- The floor gave way around 4:15 pm local time on Tuesday afternoon
- New York City Mayor Eric Adams is en-route to the scene
Multiple people are trapped after the floor of a parking garage collapsed on to another leaving cars piled up in New York City on Tuesday afternoon.
The incident occurred at 57 Ann Street between Nassau Street and William Street in lower Manhattan.
Video showing the initial aftermath of the featured a woman screaming: ‘Get out!’
There are initial reports of three injuries, two minor, one serious but not life-threatening, reports NBC New York.
‘Injuries, deaths expected to change rapidly,’ a fire official said.
The floors of the building collapsed around 4:15 pm resulting in dozens of injuries. Video from the scene showed destroyed concrete after one floor of the building fell on to another.
An aerial shot over 57 Ann Street showing where the collapse occurred
A photo taken across the street from the parking garage shortly after the collapse
An injured person being rushed from the scene
Online records show that the address is the location of Enterprise Ann Parking.
Mayor Eric Adams has been briefed on the situation. The location of the parking garage is close to New York City Hall. A press release advised New Yorkers to expect delays on the evening commute.
At the time of writing, firefighters have been unable to enter the building because it could collapse further.
