Mayur MohtaThe number of people hurt in a building collapse in New York has risen to 17, seven of them children, the city’s fire department confirmed.
Injury Count Rises Sharply
The number of people injured in a building collapse in New York has climbed to 17. Seven of the injured are children, according to the city’s fire department.
A three story building in Brooklyn came down overnight on Thursday (Moscow time). Fire officials first reported that 11 people had been hurt in the incident.
Fire Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore gave an update during a press conference. She said: “We have 17 patients. Of those 17, seven are children.”
Rescue Operation Still Underway
Firefighters report that four people are in critical condition. Rescuers fear more victims could still be trapped beneath the rubble, and the search continues.
Bonsignore added: “At this time, we are not releasing ages. We expect the number may rise as the operation moves forward.”
Cause Remains Unclear
Officials have not yet determined what caused the building to collapse. The latest reports confirm at least two people have died.
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