# Brooklyn Building Collapse Kills 8, Including 2 Children

> Mayor Zohran Mamdani says Brooklyn building collapse killed 8, including 2 children.
- Title: Brooklyn Building Collapse Kills 8, Including 2 Children
- Summary: Mayor Zohran Mamdani says Brooklyn building collapse killed 8, including 2 children.
- Keywords: brooklyn, new york city, zohran mamdani, building collapse, children, adults, emergency workers, fdny, construction site, apartment building, The Boston Globe
- Source: The Boston Globe — https://bostonglobe.com/2026/11/12/nation/brooklyn-building-collapse
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## Brooklyn Building Collapse
A three-story Brooklyn apartment building collapsed on November 12, 2026, killing at least eight people.
## Two Children Among Dead
Mayor Zohran Mamdani confirmed two of the eight killed were children.
## At Least 18 Injured
Emergency workers reported at least 18 injuries, including four firefighters.
## Collapse Cause Under Investigation
The cause of the collapse remains under investigation as construction workers dug near the building.
## Witness Accounts
James Williams heard loud banging and saw bricks fall before the building collapsed.

> Two minutes later, the building collapsed
## Rescue Efforts
Firefighters and rescue dogs searched through rubble for survivors overnight.
## Family Impact
Jose Luis Caguana, a construction worker, died leaving his pregnant wife and young child without support.

> Her husband has passed away; he was the sole provider for the family
## Construction Violations
City inspectors found violations in March and April related to the building's demolition work.
## Key takeaway

A Brooklyn apartment building collapsed on November 12, 2026, killing at least 8 people including 2 children.