At least one individual has passed away, and two are still unaccounted for following a collapse at a construction site for a parking garage in Philadelphia. The incident occurred on the 3000 block of Grays Ferry Avenue, prompting emergency services to respond at 2:16 pm local time. Three people were rescued, with one worker succumbing to injuries at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, while the other two were treated and discharged.
Philadelphia Fire Commissioner Jeffrey Thompson has stated that the seven-story parking garage is currently unstable, prolonging the search for the missing workers. The collapse was initiated by a segment of the roof, leading to a cascading failure across all levels, according to Mayor Cherelle Parker. She emphasized the city’s commitment to exhaust all efforts in locating the missing individuals.
Efforts are underway to deconstruct and stabilize the building for further search and rescue operations. The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) owns the parking garage, with all necessary permits secured and inspections up to date, as confirmed by Mayor Parker. The hospital has assured its focus on the safety of construction workers and collaboration with relevant authorities.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro expressed prayers for the injured and affected families, highlighting ongoing communication with local officials and support for rescue operations. The Mirror has reached out to CHOP for additional comments on the incident.
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