A New York City high-rise is evacuated during an ongoing renovation after workers find multiple structural beams described as “buckling” inside the building. NBC News reports that the incident occurs at the former Pfizer headquarters, while other coverage similarly describes the situation as prompting collapse fears and a mass evacuation. The beams’ condition leads to an emergency response that clears occupants from the building as authorities assess potential safety risks. The reports characterize the discovery as unexpected and concerning, occurring while renovation work is underway. NBC News also notes that investigators and building officials are looking at what may have caused the beams to buckle, including possible factors related to the renovation process and structural conditions. Across the outlets, there is agreement that the evacuation is a precautionary safety measure driven by the presence of buckling beams and the possibility of structural failure. Further details about the investigation, the extent of structural damage, and the timeline for residents or workers to return are not provided in the supplied summaries.