Part of a public housing tower in the Bronx collapsed on Wednesday morning, but authorities reported no injuries.

The New York Fire Department said the incident occurred around 8:10 a.m. at the Mitchel Houses, after a suspected gas explosion destroyed an incinerator shaft in the 20-story building. Officials stressed that “no residential units were affected.”

“An investigation is underway to determine the cause of this event and the extent of any damage beyond the reported exterior damage to the chimney,” the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) said in a statement.

Footage from nearby residents showed one corner of the high-rise ripped open from ground to roof, with clouds of dust filling the street. Air conditioners were seen among the rubble, apparently torn from windows by falling bricks.

Mayor Eric Adams, who was briefed on the collapse, urged residents to “please avoid the area for your safety.” Police confirmed receiving multiple 911 calls, with officers, firefighters, city inspectors, and Con Edison securing the site. “Upon arrival, officers observed a partial building collapse,” the NYPD said.

The collapse has revived concerns over the condition of New York’s aging public housing stock. About half a million people live in NYCHA buildings, many dating back to the mid-20th century. Tenants have long complained of rodents, mold, heating failures, and structural decay.

A federal monitor appointed in 2019 to address chronic problems concluded his term last year, noting that the biggest challenge remained the “poor physical state of NYCHA’s buildings.”

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Akintayo Akinjoye, who operated an office near the explosion site, died at Gbagada General Hospital around 7:30 a.m. on Thursday.

Hospital sources, speaking anonymously due to job sensitivity, confirmed only two injured victims were admitted on Tuesday night for urgent treatment.

While Akinjoye has now passed away from his injuries, the second patient remains in critical condition but is responding positively.

Explosion Linked to 30-Tonne Gas Tanker
The explosion, which occurred at 8:08 p.m. on Tuesday, was reportedly caused by a 30-tonne gas tanker’s tragic fall.

Eyewitnesses stated four charred bodies were recovered from the explosion site, including auto mechanic Rotimi Adeleye, who attempted an escape.

Mechanic Caught in Explosion While Trying to Save Vehicle
Chairman of the mechanic workshop where Adeleye worked, Kolawole Ishola, confirmed he was moving a customer’s vehicle before dying.

“He had closed work already but attempted to move a 2016 Highlander when the tanker explosion happened unexpectedly,” Ishola said.

Adeleye’s remains were recovered by his mechanic colleagues from the burnt vehicle and buried early Wednesday morning in Lagos.

Company Offers Support to Victims
Representatives from Second Coming Nigeria, reportedly linked to the tanker, visited Gbagada General Hospital and promised support for survivors.

“We are deeply saddened by this tragedy and will assist in every possible way to help the injured,” they stated.

Meanwhile, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) is expected to release an updated report detailing the explosion’s full impact.

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The Edo State Development and Building Control Agency has since sealed off the property, declaring it unsafe for habitation.

The blast, reportedly triggered by a gas cylinder, tore off the roof, damaged three rooms, and sent shockwaves through the neighborhood. Residents rushed to help as the injured students were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Speaking on the incident, Igabali Imoisili Darlington, Managing Director of the Building Control Agency, stressed the need for residents to vacate the premises immediately. He assured that experts would assess the damage before any decision on repairs or demolition is made.

Meanwhile, urban planning officials suggested that the building’s structural weakness may have worsened the impact of the explosion. They urged property developers to seek professional guidance when constructing homes to prevent similar disasters.

The house’s caretaker, Mrs. Victoria Ekong Achibong, recounted the terrifying moment: “I was in my shop beside the building when I heard a deafening blast. Suddenly, my shop’s roof was blown off, and part of the house came crashing down.”

For now, the building remains sealed, and residents have been advised to stay away for their safety.

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