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Manhattan high-rise is still unstable after columns buckle, forcing evacuations
By Philip Marcelo And Anthony Izaguirre, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 7, 2026
· 2 min read
A Manhattan high-rise that was under construction when columns buckled and bricks tumbled into the street below during the Tuesday morning rush hour remained unstable and was still moving, forcing nearby buildings to evacuate, officials said.The 1970s-era office building was being converted to lu...
Key takeaway A nearby school with about 400 children was among the evacuated buildings, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said.
Why this matters in Tomball News
This incident in Manhattan has no direct connection to Tomball , but it does raise questions about the safety and stability of buildings in our own community. As Tomball continues to grow and develop, it's crucial that our local building codes and inspection processes are robust enough to prevent similar disasters. The fact that a 1970s-era office building in Manhattan was undergoing a major conversion to luxury apartments and still experienced such a catastrophic failure is a concern. In Tomball, where new construction and renovation projects are ongoing, it's essential that our city officials and building department are vigilant in ensuring that all structures, old and new, meet the highest safety standards. The evacuation of a nearby school in Manhattan also highlights the potential risks to our own schools and public buildings in Tomball, and the need for emergency preparedness and response plans to be in place.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A Manhattan high-rise that was under construction when columns buckled and bricks tumbled into the street below during the Tuesday morning rush hour remained unstable and was still moving, forcing nearby buildings to evacuate, officials said.The 1970s-era office building was being converted to lu...
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