Building Facade Collapse Disrupts Traffic in Scranton

A building collapse occurred this morning at the former Coney Island restaurant on Lackawanna Avenue in Scranton, with the brick facade falling onto the sidewalk shortly before 7 a.m. Traffic on Lackawanna Avenue has been shut down between Adams and North Washington Avenues, but fortunately, no injuries have been reported. This incident follows another similar event in Scranton where part of a brick building collapsed on North Lincoln Avenue, also without injuries, prompting city inspectors to investigate the causes. Separately, in Yunnan, China, a dramatic 3D billboard designed to look like a collapsing building caused confusion among drivers, showcasing advanced advertising techniques. Both Scranton incidents highlight ongoing concerns about building safety and maintenance in the area.