In a devastating incident that has struck the northern Moroccan city of Fez, the death toll from the collapse of a residential building has tragically risen to 15, as reported by the official news agency MAP on Friday. This catastrophic event occurred early Thursday morning in the densely populated Ain Nokbi neighborhood, where the six-story structure, which housed a total of 11 apartments—eight of which were occupied—came crashing down.
Rescue teams have worked tirelessly to sift through the rubble, successfully recovering 13 bodies from the debris. Unfortunately, the situation worsened as two additional victims succumbed to their injuries after being rushed to a local hospital for treatment. This incident has raised serious concerns about building safety and regulations in the region.
In response to this tragic event, judicial police have initiated an investigation to uncover the underlying causes of the collapse, aiming to prevent such heart-wrenching incidents from recurring in the future. The community mourns the loss of life and grapples with the aftermath of this calamity, highlighting the urgent need for improved safety measures in residential construction.
As reported by english.news.cn.
