3 construction workers injured after scaffold collapse in Brooklyn, fire officials say

Thursday, February 27, 2020

Three construction workers were injured after a scaffolding collapse in Brooklyn

WILLIAMSBURG, Brooklyn (WABC) -- Three construction workers were injured after a scaffolding collapse in Brooklyn Thursday, fire officials say.

The incident happened around 2:30 p.m. at 535 Grand Street in Williamsburg.

The three construction workers were transported to Bellevue Hospital for minor injuries, according to first responders.

Fire officials say wind was definitely a factor.

The New York City Department of Buildings are at the scene investigating the incident.

Authorities have closed off Grand Street.

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