'Partial floor collapse' at London building under construction

Injuries are not considered serious after four people were rescued from the 25th floor of a building Thursday afternoon.

According to London fire there was a partial floor collapse during a cement pour on the 25th floor of a residential high-rise under construction.

The incident occured at approximately 12:30 p.m., and firefighters entered the building at 131 King St. and had to use construction elevator for the rescue.

Four workers were hurt in the collapse, but the injuries are not serious in nature. 

“It was a challenge,” said District Chief Dennis Schiffers. “We had to use the construction elevator to the 19th floor. From there the crews had to walk up to the 25th floor, assess them there and then extricate them.”

London fire on scene of a partial floor collapse at a building under construction on King Street. Jan. 5, 2023. (Daryl Newcombe/CTV News London)

The construction site is operated by York Developments, who in a statement said in part, "We are thankful that no serious injuries have been reported and we are now in the process of gathering further information. Worker and public safety are at the core of our business, and we will be conducting an internal review alongside EllisDon to ensure compliance with our mandated safety protocols. York Developments would like to thank London fire, police and EMS for their quick and responsive efforts." 

— With files from CTV News London's Daryl Newcombe