Overview
- Scaffolding on the vacant tower partially failed during demolition around 2:50 pm Friday, bringing down part of the structure.
- Debris and scaffolding fell toward the River Irwell beside St Mary’s Parsonage, with images and drone video documenting the aftermath.
- Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue reported no casualties and handed the incident to Manchester City Council’s building control.
- The owner of neighbouring Cardinal House said roughly 500 workers were sent home after precautionary evacuations of nearby buildings.
- Bruntwood SciTech said agreed safety protocols were followed and there was no risk to workers or the public, contractors remained on site, and the Health and Safety Executive was understood to have been notified.