Red Cross, city agencies offer relief after deadly Flatbush building collapse

As residents grapple with the aftermath of Wednesday evening's deadly building collapse in Flatbush, the American Red Cross and New York City Emergency Management are continuing to connect affected households with emergency assistance. The organizations opened a reception center at the Flatbush YMCA, located at 1401 Flatbush Ave., after the collapse of a three-story building at 1321 Flatbush Ave. on Nov. 11. The center will remain open Thursday, Nov. 12, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., allowing displaced residents to connect with government agencies and nonprofit organizations for additional support. [caption id="attachment_252077" align="aligncenter" width="700"] Eight people have died and dozens were displaced by the collapse. Photo by Lloyd Mitchell[/caption] Red Cross of Greater New York personnel will be available to register residents for assistance and provide emotional support through the organization's Disaster Mental Health Team. As of 6 a.m.

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