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Second crane beam collapses after first crane fall in Fort Lauderdale

By Drooid · Sep 26, 2026, 10:53 PM UTC · How we work

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Story summary

Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue responded to two crane collapses, the first falling onto the garage roof at about 9:15 a.m. ET.
While lifting the first crane, a second crane’s beam collapsed onto the house, causing extensive damage.
No injuries were reported.
Hazmat contained the diesel leak.
Chief Stephen Gollan ordered crews to cut the second crane before removing the first and fixing the leak.

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Story summary

Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue responded to two crane collapses, the first falling onto the garage roof at about 9:15 a.m. ET.
While lifting the first crane, a second crane’s beam collapsed onto the house, causing extensive damage.
No injuries were reported.
Hazmat contained the diesel leak.
Chief Stephen Gollan ordered crews to cut the second crane before removing the first and fixing the leak.