The historic neighborhood of Tabbhirat in the old city of Marrakech, particularly in the Darb Talba area, witnessed a tragic incident on Monday afternoon when an old house collapsed, endangering the lives of its inhabitants. The initial reports indicate that three individuals sustained varying degrees of injuries and were promptly transported to the Mohammed VI University Hospital for urgent medical care.
Upon receiving news of the incident, local authorities and civil defense personnel quickly arrived at the scene. Their efforts were complemented by a group of young volunteers from the neighborhood, who joined in a remarkable humanitarian effort that ultimately led to the rescue of four individuals, including a pregnant woman who had become trapped beneath the rubble, all amidst a tense and urgent atmosphere.
According to on-site information, the tragedy was attributed to severe structural cracks that the dilapidated building had suffered due to the aging of the historic construction. This incident has reignited concerns regarding the safety of hundreds of residential buildings in the old city, which now pose a significant risk to their occupants.
Despite the recurrence of such incidents and the issuance of administrative orders for demolition and evacuation, the challenging social conditions faced by many low-income families hinder the enforcement of these measures. As a result, residents find themselves living under the constant threat of collapse from precarious structures that could fall at any moment.
As reported by telegraphe.ma.
