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Albion Today
By the People, for the People
Roof Collapse Displaces 15 Residents and Businesses in Albion
No injuries reported after 40-foot-by-40-foot portion of roof collapsed at mixed-use building
Published on Feb. 19, 2026
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A roof collapse in Albion, New York has displaced more than a dozen residents and three storefronts after a 40-foot-by-40-foot portion of the roof at a mixed-use building on East Bank Street collapsed on Tuesday. While the collapse caused water damage to several apartments and businesses, no one was injured because the building's third floor was legally required to remain vacant.
Why it matters
Roof collapses can pose serious safety risks, especially in multi-unit residential and commercial buildings. This incident highlights the importance of proper building maintenance and safety regulations, as the lack of occupancy on the third floor likely prevented injuries or worse. The displacement of residents and businesses also underscores the disruption and hardship that such events can cause for a local community.
The details
The three-story building at 20 East Bank Street housed Pastor Calvin Wynn's Full Gospel Tabernacle Church and two other storefronts on the ground level, with about 15 people living in second-floor apartments. The roof collapse was contained to a 40-foot-by-40-foot section and did not pull from the sides of the walls, causing water damage but no apparent structural damage. Officials said the collapse occurred because of the snow and ice that had accumulated on the roof.
- The roof collapse occurred on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
The players
Calvin Wynn
The pastor of the Full Gospel Tabernacle Church located in the building.
Chris Kinter
The Albion Code Officer who assessed the damage from the roof collapse.
Angel Javier Jr.
The Mayor of Albion.
What they’re saying
“Nobody got hurt, thank God... The biggest blessing is that everybody is safe. After that, things can be replaced.”
— Calvin Wynn, Pastor (WKBW)
“The roof collapsed like a pancake, which means it dropped straight down and did not pull from the sides of the walls, so it doesn't look like there's any structural damage.”
— Chris Kinter, Albion Code Officer (WKBW)
“Unless you have a sprinkler system in place on your third floor, nobody can occupy that, nobody can live there.”
— Angel Javier Jr., Mayor (WKBW)
What’s next
Officials will continue to assess the damage and work with the displaced residents and business owners to find temporary accommodations and determine the next steps for repairing or rebuilding the structure.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the importance of proper building maintenance, safety regulations, and emergency preparedness to protect both residents and businesses from the devastating impacts of structural failures. The community's response in ensuring no one was harmed is a testament to the value of prioritizing public safety.
