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1 Hurt After Scaffolding Collapses in NYC, Dozens Displaced


A scaffolding collapsed in Brooklyn Wednesday afternoon, injuring one person, authorities say.

The incident occurred at 2831 Church Ave. in East Flatbush shortly after 2 p.m., FDNY officials say. A brick parapet wall and store sign from the building collapsed onto the sidewalk below, according to city building officials. 

A woman was treated at the scene for a minor injury to her leg, according to officials. No other injuries were reported. 

Surveillance video obtained by News 4 shows a woman running away from the collapse as a huge plume of dust and debris covers the camera. 

The building, along with three neighboring buildings, were vacated, the city buildings officials said. The 58 people who were displaced -- 14 families including 18 children -- were being offered emergency housing and funds. 

The Red Cross is assisting those displaced families, but it's unclear how long they will be away from their homes. 



Photo Credit: News 4 New York

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