City inspectors 'red tag' burned SW Portland apartment building; officials fear collapse

The May apartments on Southwest Taylor showered debris to the street below at one point on Wednesday. Fire officials fear that more of the building could fall.

PORTLAND, Ore. — Firefighters kept vigil at a downtown Portland apartment building after flames tore through the aging structure on Tuesday. They’re concerned about the potential for a sudden collapse — presaged by a shower of debris Wednesday afternoon.

There’s no question at this point that residents of the 113-year-old May apartments will not be returning. A city engineer red tagged the building Wednesday, meaning no civilians are allowed inside because of the concerns about its structural integrity.

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