A partially collapsed apartment building is set to be demolished in eastern Iowa, despite calls for a delay from members of the community who say their loved ones are still missing.
DAVENPORT, Iowa --is set to be demolished in eastern Iowa on Tuesday morning, despite calls for a delay from members of the community who say their loved ones are still missing.
Over 150 personnel have taken part in the "extensive rescue operations," using thermal imaging, drones and a team of service dogs in an attempt to locate victims within the structure, according to a press release from the Davenport city government. As of Monday night, crews had found "no confirmed viable signs of life," the city said.
"With the current structure in imminent danger of collapse, the necessity to demolish this building stems specifically from our desire to maintain as much safety for the surrounding areas as possible," said Rich Oswald, director of the City of Davenport's Development and Neighborhood Services, said in a statement late Monday. "We appreciate the expertise of the professionals collaborating on site to determine the best way to do this.
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