Rescue operations underway after building collapses in Brooklyn, New York: FDNY

At least 1 dead, multiple injured after building collapses in Brooklyn, New York: FDNY Multiple firefighters responded to the scene in Flatbush. By Meredith Deliso and Aaron Katersky Wednesday, November 11, 2026 10:55PM Stream New York's #1 news - AccuWeather - original content 24/7 At least one person is dead and multiple others injured, including an individual who is trapped, after a building collapsed in Brooklyn, according to New York City authorities. The FDNY said rescue operations are underway after responding to reports of people trapped following a building collapse in the Flatbush neighborhood. One person was pronounced dead at the scene, according to the New York Police Department. Ten people were injured, including two critically, according to the FDNY. The injured include one person who remains trapped, the department said. Earlier, the FDNY said several construction workers were being transported to the hospital for treatment, and firefighters were trying to get a count of all the workers on the job site. The first 911 call came in at 4:01 p.m., according to the FDNY. Firefighters could be seen in debris in a construction pit in the area of Flatbush and Bedford Avenues. Amid the massive response, one person could be seen being pulled from the rubble on a stretcher. SS United States sinking: Final journey to become artificial reef happening today | Watch Live 3 hours ago Burglars seen ramming cars into Philadelphia vape shops, stealing merchandise 43 minutes ago Rescue operations underway after building collapses in Brooklyn, New York: FDNY 5 minutes ago The NYC Department of Buildings said its inspectors "are on scene at a major building collapse near Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn assisting with recovery operations and conducting structural stability inspections of nearby buildings." NYC Council Member Farah Louis, who represents Flatbush, called the images from the site "heartbreaking." "We are devastated to learn that at least one life has been lost, with multiple people reported trapped and several injured as emergency personnel work urgently to reach everyone in the rubble," Louis said in a statement. "My immediate priority is the safety of everyone impacted, and my team is actively working to reach affected families to connect them with critical information and support during this frightening time," the statement continued. This is a developing story. Please check back for updates. Report a correction or typo Copyright © 2026 ABC News Internet Ventures. Related Topics COLLAPSE U.S. & WORLD Watch Live ON NOW LIVE: Sinking of the SS United States is underway | What to know 3 hours ago Burglars seen ramming cars into vape shops, stealing merchandise 43 minutes ago Two teens seriously injured in electric scooter crash in West Deptford 35 minutes ago Teachers union proposes alternative to closing 17 Philly schools 19 minutes ago Large home destroyed by fire in Burlington County, New Jersey 1 hour ago Delaware County honors veterans with 67th annual parade 1 hour ago AccuWeather: Turning unsettled at times tomorrow 1 hour ago Family of cruise murder victim describe her as devoted mother 3 hours ago