Two men were hospitalized in serious condition on Monday morning following a sudden building collapse in the inner-Sydney suburb of Ultimo. Emergency services were called to Wattle Street just before 11 a.m. after the roof and a wall of a building under construction caved in. The falling debris struck several vehicles parked at an adjacent service station, prompting an immediate response from police and fire crews.
Paramedics assessed seven people at the scene. While five individuals were cleared without further treatment, two men—aged in their 30s and 60s—required transport to local hospitals for serious injuries. Urban search and rescue teams were deployed to secure the site and ensure no other individuals remained trapped beneath the rubble.
Authorities have evacuated the immediate area, including surrounding buildings, as a safety precaution. Police have urged the public to avoid the vicinity while the site is stabilized and investigations into the cause of the collapse begin. The incident has caused significant disruption to the local area, with debris scattered across the street and the nearby petrol station.
Workplace safety regulators are expected to lead the investigation into why the structure failed. As the site was undergoing construction work, officials will examine whether safety protocols were followed and if the structural integrity of the building had been compromised during the demolition or renovation process. Further updates are expected as the site is cleared and the investigation progresses.