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UPDATE: High Wind Gusts Suspected to be Factor in Crane Collapse on Merritt Island

By  //  June 4, 2025

Heavy Rain and wind gusts of up to 55 MPH reported on Merritt Island Wednesday

Two construction workers have died following a crane collapse at a job site on Borman Drive, according to the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities say the incident occurred just before 2 p.m. Wednesday at the construction site for the new Cape Canaveral Hospital. Though the exact cause of the collapse remains under investigation, the National Weather Service said there were wind gusts of up to 50-55 mph, along with a period of heavy rain.

BREVARD COUNTY MERRITT ISLAND, FLORIDA – Two construction workers have died following a crane collapse at a job site on Borman Drive, according to the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.

Authorities say the incident occurred just before 2 p.m. Wednesday at the construction site for the new Cape Canaveral Hospital.

Though the exact cause of the collapse remains under investigation, the National Weather Service said there were wind gusts of up to 50-55 mph, along with a period of heavy rain.

“Earlier today, there was a serious weather-related incident at the Cape Canaveral Hospital construction site involving a crane. No Health First associates were on site at the time, and all are safe,” said Health First spokesman Lance Skelly.

“We extend our deepest sympathies to the families, loved ones, and all those affected.”

Brevard County Sheriff’s Office spokesman Tod Goodyear said the two workers succumbed to their injuries, and the identities of the victims have not been made public, pending notification of their families.

“The site is secure and is currently under an active investigation,” said Skelly. “We are monitoring the situation closely with local authorities and Gilbane, the construction management company on the project, as they continue their investigation.”

A spokesperson for Gilbane Building said, “Two trade contract workers, one employed by Baker Concrete and the other by another trade contractor, were fatally injured as a result of an incident involving a crane. We share our deepest condolences with the families, loved ones, and co-workers.”

Officials are expected to provide more information as the investigation continues. Stay tuned to Space Coast Daily for updates.

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