Heavy rescue teams quickly arrived on the scene Monday to access the safety of the structure. While no one was injured, crews used the opportunity to test their readiness and prepare for the unthinkable. More>>
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Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:49 PM EDT2013-06-19 02:49:28 GMT
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Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:08 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:08:21 GMT
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The Fontainebleau is a $2.8 billion, nearly 4,000 room hotel-casino slated to open in 2009.
Fontainebleau released the following statement:
During the course of construction this morning, a pre-cast twin tee, an isolated part of the Fontainebleau garage collapsed, causing a domino effect before stopping at a concrete slab several levels below. We are thankful to be able to report that no injuries were incurred. We have suspended all construction on and within the garage complex until a full investigation of the cause of the accident can be completed.
Photo Courtesy of Bruce Hiatt
Photo Courtesy of Bruce Hiatt
Photo Courtesy of Arnold Romero
Photo Courtesy of Arnold Romero
