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Crews work to keep NYC high-rise stabilized — but that’s just the beginning. Here’s what comes next
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 9, 2026
· 8 min read
By Emma Tucker, CNN
(CNN) — Jason Polanco left behind nearly all of his belongings when he and his colleagues, who were just starting their work day, were told to evacuate their Midtown Manhattan office building Tuesday. They expected it to be brief.
Instead, they spent the next hours trying ...
Key takeaway The East 42nd Street building hasn’t moved since Tuesday morning, but four nearby buildings remain evacuated, city officials said.
Why this matters in The El Paso
While the situation in Midtown Manhattan may seem far removed from El Paso , the stabilization efforts and potential collapse of a high-rise building serve as a reminder to local residents of the importance of building codes and inspections in our own community. El Paso's unique blend of old and new architecture can sometimes pose challenges for city officials and inspectors tasked with ensuring public safety. As crews work to shore up the affected building in Manhattan, El Pasoans may wonder about the measures in place to prevent similar incidents in their own city. The El Paso city government's efforts to maintain and enforce building codes will be crucial in preventing such disasters, and residents should remain vigilant and informed about the steps being taken to ensure their safety.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 8 min
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What is this story about? By Emma Tucker, CNN
(CNN) — Jason Polanco left behind nearly all of his belongings when he and his colleagues, who were just starting their work day, were told to evacuate their Midtown Manhattan office building Tuesday. They expected it to be brief.
Instead, they spent the next hours trying ...
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