Minneapolis City Officials: Do Not Enter Damaged Buildings

MINNEAPOLIS, MN—Amid the George Floyd protests that have led to the destruction of many Minneapolis businesses, city officials are warning residents to avoid entering damaged buildings.

"This is very dangerous," city officials said.

City officials said they are blocking sidewalks to keep people away from damaged buildings and working with property owners to secure their properties and get emergency demolitions started as fast as possible.

According to city officials, property owners seeking to begin emergency demolitions need to contact the appropriate utility providers to make sure natural gas, electrical and water have been shut off.