A three-story residential building collapsed in New York, at least two people have died

At least two people died and 17 were injured when a three-story residential building collapsed in Brooklyn, New York. Among the injured are seven children, with four in critical condition. Rescue teams are searching for survivors amid unstable debris and voids created by the collapse. The incident occurred in the Flatbush neighborhood, where the building fell into a deep excavation site from a neighboring construction project. The mayor announced an investigation into the causes of the collapse, emphasizing the challenges faced by rescue operations due to the dangerous conditions. Many residents were likely home due to the Veterans Day holiday, complicating the situation further.