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id: 9561e63ca3
section: safety
first_reported: 2026-11-13 06:00 EST
updated: 2026-11-13 06:00 EST
status: reported
outlets: 1
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# Flatbush building collapse kills eight people in Brooklyn

Eight people were killed when a three-story Flatbush building collapsed; Gothamist reported 17 injured. Residents have questioned the pace of area development.

Section: [Public Safety](/new-york/section/safety.md) · Entities: none

## Coverage

- [Gothamist / WNYC](https://gothamist.com/news/brooklyn-building-collapse-has-residents-questioning-pace-of-development), 2026-11-13 06:00 EST: Brooklyn building collapse has residents questioning pace of development

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