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Bodies Recovered
The bodies of two iron workers were recovered five days after the accident.
“The bodies of two workers trapped when a stairwell roof collapsed have been found”
Mayor Parker announced the workers were members of the Ironworkers 401 union.
The two men were found in a collapsed stairwell, a unique architectural feature of the garage.
A third worker had been pulled from the rubble but died of his injuries.
Fire Commissioner Thompson described the painstaking recovery process.
The seven-story garage was demolished over the weekend.
Family and Community Impact
Kane was described as a father of two who truly loved his job.
The collapse forced the closure of the Grays Ferry Shopping Center.
Mayor Parker ordered flags to fly at half-staff until April 17.
The Office of Emergency Management warned that hazards remained.
Investigation and Accountability
Mayor Parker signed an executive order for a full investigation.
“A thorough, independent and transparent investigation is warranted”
A report is expected within 180 days.
The collapse occurred during installation of precast concrete sections.
Eight permits were properly issued and all inspections were up-to-date.