"A gas explosion at a New York City high-rise apartment building sparked a partial collapse of the structure, raining debris on the street below. The explosion rocked the 20-story Mitchell Houses in the Bronx on Wednesday morning just after 8 a.m., when a large chunk of the building fell to the ground, leaving a huge pile of rubble. Miraculously, no injuries or fatalities have been reported, Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-NY) told CNN by phone."
"The FDNY told the Associated Press that the explosion caused an incinerator shaft to cave in, but no residential units were affected. New Yorkers, I have been briefed about the emergency situation taking place in the Mott Haven area of the Bronx, NYC Mayor Eric Adams posted on his office X account. We are getting a full assessment from first responders and will continue to provide updates. Please avoid the area for your safety."
A gas explosion caused a partial collapse of the 20-story Mitchell Houses high-rise in the Mott Haven area of the Bronx just after 8 a.m., sending debris onto the street. A large chunk of the building fell, leaving a significant pile of rubble. No injuries or fatalities have been reported, according to Rep. Ritchie Torres. The FDNY said the blast caused an incinerator shaft to cave in and that no residential units were affected. Mayor Eric Adams said he was briefed and urged people to avoid the area while first responders assess the scene. NYCHA said an investigation is underway to determine the cause and the extent of damage, including reported exterior chimney damage.
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