February 17th 2024.
Tragedy struck the streets of Brooklyn, New York, as an elderly woman lost her life in a terrible accident. The incident occurred while 74-year-old Dale Singer was outside shoveling snow off her sidewalk, a common sight in the aftermath of a snowstorm in the city. According to reports from the New York Daily News, bricks from her brownstone came crashing down on her, causing fatal injuries. The incident took place around noon in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn.
Singer was immediately rushed to Maimonides Medical Center, where she was listed in critical condition. However, despite the best efforts of the medical staff, she sadly succumbed to her injuries. Her son, Wylie Singer, spoke to the media about the heartbreaking incident, recounting how he heard a loud noise and ran downstairs to find his mother lying unconscious.
The New York City Department of Buildings also got involved in the matter, stating that forensic engineers had inspected the building and issued a vacate order. The property owner was also given a summons for failing to maintain the building and was ordered to hire a structural engineer to assess the situation and submit a report to the DOB.
One of Singer's neighbors, who witnessed the accident, shared her account of the tragic incident. She mentioned seeing firefighters trying to save Singer and expressed her condolences for the victim. She also shared her shock at how the facade of the building could collapse in such a manner.
Singer's husband also arrived at the scene soon after the incident and quickly left in a cab to be with his wife at the hospital. It was not clear whether the heavy snowfall played a role in the falling of the facade or if it was a result of structural issues with the building.
In a 2023 article from the New York Times, Abi Aghayere, a civil engineering professor at Drexel University, shared his concerns about the city's oversight of buildings. He believes that regulators often pay close attention to buildings during construction and when permits are being issued, but once the building is completed, the responsibility falls on the owner to identify and address any issues. Aghayere's statements raise concerns for many New Yorkers about the safety of buildings in the city.
This tragic incident is a reminder of the importance of proper building maintenance and the need for thorough inspections to ensure the safety of residents. It also highlights the potential risks that come with living in a city like New York, where building maintenance and oversight can sometimes fall short. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and loved ones of Dale Singer during this difficult time.
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