New York City Crane Collapse Sparks Fire, Injures One

A crane collapsed in New York City on Wednesday morning, sparking a fire and causing at least one injury.

The collapse happened at a construction site in the East Harlem neighborhood. The crane was reportedly being used to lift a beam when it suddenly gave way and fell to the ground.

The impact of the collapse caused a fire to break out in the surrounding area. Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the fire, but one person was injured in the collapse.

The cause of the collapse is still under investigation. However, officials believe that it may have been caused by a problem with the crane's rigging.

This is the second crane collapse in New York City in recent months. In March, a crane collapsed in Midtown Manhattan, killing one person and injuring several others.

The city's Department of Buildings has been criticized for its lax oversight of crane safety. In the wake of the March collapse, the department announced that it would be increasing inspections of cranes.

However, the latest collapse raises concerns about the city's ability to keep its cranes safe.