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Midtown Skyscraper Stabilized After Buckling | Jersey News
A major structural scare hit Midtown Manhattan as a 37-story building under construction buckled on floors 21 and 22, sparking fears of partial collapse. Emergency crews rushed in, using jacks and new steel to stabilize the structure — and after hours of monitoring, officials confirmed it’s now secure. A “frozen zone” shut down traffic and pedestrian access, but as safety improved, the area shrank and most evacuees were allowed home. The cause remains under investigation, though officials are prioritizing full stabilization before diving into the mystery. The building, once Pfizer’s HQ since…
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