Multi-storey building in Miami partially collapses

Multi-storey building in Miami partially collapses
Photo credit: Twitter / @shanermurph

Emergency services are responding to a "partial building collapse" in Miami Beach, Florida.

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue says over 80 units are on the scene, including Technical Rescue Teams, and they have assistance from other fire departments.

"#MDFR is on scene of a partial building collapse near 88 Street & Collins Avenue," it tweeted.

"Updates will be provided on Twitter as they become available."

A video posted to Twitter shows rubble scattered across part of the street and several fire engines in the area.

Some on social media say the building was occupied when it collapsed.

It is currently unknown how the building collapsed or if anyone has been injured.