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Midtown building remains unstable as buckled columns keep moving; evacuations still in place
By Amanda Hurley at FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — News
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
A major Midtown Manhattan thoroughfare remains gridlocked and seven surrounding buildings have been evacuated after two columns buckled inside a high-rise construction site, rendering the building highly unstable.
Why this matters in Flower Mound News
The situation in Midtown Manhattan has significant implications for Flower Mound residents who work or travel to the Dallas-Fort Worth area, where similar high-rise construction projects are underway. As the investigation into the cause of the buckled columns continues, local authorities in Denton County may reexamine their own building codes and inspection protocols to prevent similar incidents. The evacuations and gridlock in Manhattan also serve as a reminder to Flower Mound's emergency management officials to review their response plans for large-scale evacuations and traffic disruptions. Furthermore, the incident may prompt local developers and contractors in Flower Mound to reassess their construction methods and safety measures to ensure the stability of their buildings and prevent potential disasters. This could lead to increased scrutiny of construction projects in the area and a renewed focus on public safety.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A major Midtown Manhattan thoroughfare remains gridlocked and seven surrounding buildings have been evacuated after two columns buckled inside a high-rise construction site, rendering the building highly unstable.
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