Midtown Manhattan Scaffolding Collapse: Spider Cranes Fall, Causing Significant Damage

Scaffolding Collapse in Midtown Manhattan

• 💥 A scaffolding collapsed in Midtown Manhattan this afternoon, falling onto the sidewalk.
• 📍 The incident occurred at approximately 3:07 PM at a 12-story building located on 9th Avenue between 38th and 39th Streets.

Cause of the Collapse

• 🏗️ Preliminary reports from the FDNY indicate that two "spider cranes" were involved in the incident.
• ⚠️ One crane on the roof was attempting to pull up a second crane when both fell onto the scaffolding below.

Damage and Injuries

• 🚧 The damage is astounding, with visible bits and pieces of machinery on the sidewalk.
• ✅ Fortunately, there is no indication that anyone was injured or trapped.
• 🗣️ A witness described hearing a very loud, echoing crash that continued for a long time.

Ongoing Scene Assessment

• 🚒 The FDNY and the Department of Buildings remain at the scene, assessing the damage and confirming the absence of injuries.
• 🏙️ The area, a regularly busy part of Hell's Kitchen, experienced significant disruption.