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The Dangers Posed by Falling Objects at New York Construction Sites
Falling objects pose a multifaceted risk within construction zones, jeopardizing the safety of both workers and pedestrians. The urban landscape of New York City increases these dangers due to its dense population and vertical construction projects. A variety of potential hazards exist at worksites, including those from falling tools, materials, debris, and equipment that can …
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Bicyclist Killed in Brooklyn Dooring Accident
A 64-year-old bicyclist suffered fatal injuries after a driver opened his door, striking and throwing the victim in the path of oncoming traffic. According to a report on Streetsblog.org, the fatal bicycle accident occurred the morning of Feb. 27. The victim was riding a Citi Bike eastbound on Broadway near the intersection of Lorimer in …
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15 People Injured in Chain Reaction Crash Involving MTA Bus
At least 15 people were injured when a suspected drunk driver crashed into a minivan in Brooklyn, triggering a chain reaction collision that also involved an MTA bus. According to a report in the New York Post, police said a 60-year-old man driving an SUV south on Pennsylvania Avenue the afternoon of Feb. 27 struck …
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Woman Critically Injured in Brooklyn Pedestrian Accident
A 49-year-old woman is in critical condition after she was struck by the driver of a pickup truck in the Greenpoint neighborhood of Brooklyn. According to a report in the Brooklyn Paper, the pedestrian accident occurred the night of Feb. 21 when the woman was crossing Sutton Street at Nassau Avenue. Officials said the driver, …
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Two Workers Injured in Brooklyn Construction Site Accidents
Two workers were injured at separate construction site accidents on Feb. 19, including one worker who fell into a 10-foot hole. According to a PIX11 news report, emergency personnel pulled the worker out of the hole at the site at 150 Lawrence Street near Willoughby and Fulton streets. The worker was rushed to a hospital …
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