Abandoned building partially collapses in Jacksonville

An abandoned building in Jacksonville partially collapsed on North Main Street near East 14th Street. The incident occurred in the 2300 block and led to road closures in both directions. The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department announced the partial collapse on social media. So far, no injuries have been reported. The collapsed section appeared to be a warehouse covered in graffiti, with "Soloomon's" written on the side. Authorities have urged people to avoid the area for safety reasons. Fire Chief Keith Powers reported that a rescue dog was brought in to search for possible victims. However, he noted that there were no early signs of anyone trapped inside. The chief expressed concern about the stability of the remaining structure, stating that the building was leaning and may collapse further. Officials are assessing the situation with municipal code compliance and the city engineer. They will decide whether the building needs to be demolished immediately or if it can wait until morning. Early observations suggest that rotting roof structures may have contributed to the collapse. Authorities expect to keep the area closed until it is safe for the public.