What caused the roof collapse in Bloomfield, NJ?

The partial roof collapse in Bloomfield, NJ, was caused by water damage.

How many residents were displaced by the apartment building collapse?

Dozens of residents were displaced when the 27-unit apartment building was deemed uninhabitable after the roof collapse.

Were there any injuries reported in the Bloomfield roof collapse?

Yes, one resident reported back pain during the evacuation and was taken to Mountainside Hospital for evaluation.

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NJ Roof Collapse: Dozens Displaced by Water Damage

7 Mar

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Summary

A partial roof collapse occurred due to water damage.
Twenty-seven residential units were affected by the incident.
One resident sustained back pain during the evacuation.

NJ Roof Collapse: Dozens Displaced by Water Damage

A partial roof collapse at a multi-unit apartment building in Bloomfield, New Jersey, has resulted in the displacement of numerous residents. The incident occurred on Friday at 27 Park Pl. due to water damage affecting the northeast corner of the roof. This damage led to significant water leakage throughout multiple units.

The Bloomfield Building Department has declared the building, which contains 27 residential units, uninhabitable. Fortunately, not all tenants were present during the collapse. Only one person suffered injuries, reporting back pain while evacuating the premises. This individual was transported to Mountainside Hospital for assessment.