Overview
- Police and firefighters responded after scaffolding and part of a brick exterior fell onto East Galena Boulevard, prompting an immediate evacuation of the building.
- Crews used a drone to inspect upper levels and closed the Broadway and Galena intersection in all directions while they secure the scene.
- Mayor John Laesch said the structure had prior structural damage and city staff are working with the building owner to review structural and engineering plans.
- Initial accounts mentioned vehicles possibly under debris but officials have reported no injuries and said no one required emergency shelter.
- Officials said formal structural-engineering inspections are pending and will determine next steps for repairs, shoring, or condemnation and could affect nearby traffic and residents.