A crane that collapsed overnight in downtown St. Petersburg during Hurricane Milton’s winds smashed into the Tampa Bay Times’ building, breaking through multiple stories and leaving a gaping hole.
No injuries have been reported at the eight-story office building, which houses multiple companies including the Times.
Drone photos provide an early look at the extent of the damage.
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