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Bricks Fall From North End Building on Hanover Street

City inspectors ordered a ground-floor closure pending a safety report.

Overview

  • Bricks fell from the building’s fourth floor Sunday afternoon at 262 Hanover St. in Boston’s North End.
  • Debris struck a nearby car and part of the facade but caused no injuries.
  • The city's Inspectional Services Department assessed the property and deemed the structure stabilized.
  • Officials requested a report to determine why the bricks came loose and to evaluate the building’s safety.
  • The site will remain under monitoring as the investigation continues.