NYC Is Racing to Secure Unstable Midtown Manhattan Building
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NYC Is Racing to Secure Unstable Midtown Manhattan Building

Jul 8th, 2026 • 5 minView Source

New York City officials were racing to stabilize a high-rise building in the heart of Manhattan after cracks developed in multiple columns and floors began to sag, leading to the evacuation of nearby office buildings and a school during the …

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