Brooklyn mixed-use building partially collapses in Flatbush, trapping people
The gist
A mixed-use building in Brooklyn's Flatbush area partially collapsed Wednesday afternoon, leaving people trapped and two workers reported trapped.
Rescue crews are searching the rubble; the site appeared to be under construction.
How it unfolded
- Nov 11, 2026A mixed-use building in the Flatbush area of Brooklyn partially collapsed Wednesday afternoon, near Bedford.
- Nov 11, 2026Emergency personnel responded to 2625 Bedford Ave. just after 4 p.m.; fire officials said a major technical rescue response was underway and the site appeared to be under construction.
- Nov 11, 2026The FDNY said the Brooklyn building collapse left people trapped inside and rescuers were searching through rubble.
Key terms
- mixed-use building
- Urban development that blends residential, commercial, cultural, or entertainment functions into one physically integrated space.
- technical rescue
- Use of specialized tools and skills to rescue people in situations like structural collapse, confined spaces, trenches, or water.
Source: Wikipedia