Explosion at NYC's Mitchel Housing: Chimney Collapses, No Injuries
An explosion at the Mitchel Housing complex in New York City early this morning left residents unable to return to their apartments. The blast, which occurred just after 8 a.m., blew off a massive chimney, causing significant damage but no injuries or deaths.
Firefighters and rescue dogs searched the rubble for victims but found none. The city's Emergency Management Commissioner has confirmed that the building will be repaired. The cause of the explosion is under investigation, with initial suspicions pointing towards a gas leak.
City officials are checking the building's foundations and apartments for safety. The New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) is leading the investigation into the collapse of the large chimney. The building, part of the city's aging public housing system, requires significant repairs, with nearly $726 million needed over the next 20 years, primarily for heating infrastructure.
Residents affected by the explosion have been directed to a reception center set up by the city. Here, they can access resources such as food and other necessities while they await news on when they can return to their homes. Some apartments sustained minor damage, with air conditioners dislodged by falling bricks.
While the cause of the explosion remains under investigation, the city has assured residents that the building will be repaired. In the meantime, impacted residents can seek support at the city's reception center. Fortunately, no injuries or deaths were reported, despite the significant damage caused by the collapsed chimney.
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