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Watch: 4 stories of scaffolding collapse onto street in Boston’s Back Bay
No injuries have been reported, but multiple vehicles were impacted by the collapse, a Boston police spokesperson confirmed.
About four stories of scaffolding collapsed in Boston’s Back Bay on Friday morning, officials said.
The incident, which took place at the corner of Beacon and Exeter streets, impacted multiple vehicles on the street, according to the Boston Fire Department.
At approximately 11:00 companies are working at the corner of Beacon and Exeter st for 4stories of scaffolding that collapsed in the street on some vechicles pic.twitter.com/YmOP462bn0
— Boston Fire Dept. (@BostonFire) March 7, 2025
The collapse took place amid high winds in the area with local meteorologists warning of gusts of up to 50-60 mph around the state. Boston Logan Airport also warned travelers of potential flight delays due to the wind.
No injuries have been reported from the scaffolding collapse, a Boston police spokesperson confirmed by phone Friday.
Officers responded to the scene shortly before 11 a.m. and have since worked to divert traffic away from the area.
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Cleanup is underway, the spokesperson added.
Authorities notified Boston Inspectional Services of the incident, and an investigation is ongoing.
Videos of the scaffolding collapse can be watched below:
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