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A ceiling suddenly collapsed at an IHOP location in New York City, injuring nine people

The city's Department of Buildings said that a 10-by-10-inch section of the ceiling in the Brooklyn restaurant collapsed due to possible water damage

The building's owner was issued a violation for failing to maintain the building

A ceiling suddenly collapsed on top of diners at an IHOP location in New York City, injuring nine people.

In a statement to PEOPLE, the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) said the ceiling of the restaurant, located in the Flatlands neighborhood of Brooklyn, collapsed on Friday, Sept. 5.

"EMS treated a total of nine patients, all with minor injuries. Five were transported to area hospitals, and four refused additional medical attention," the FDNY said.

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