Devastating Incident in Fes
On Thursday morning, a tragic incident unfolded in the city of Fes, northern Morocco, where a five-story residential building collapsed, resulting in the loss of five lives. The catastrophic event occurred in the Jnan el-Groundi neighborhood of the Ain Nqbi area, catching residents off guard as the structure unexpectedly gave way, leading to casualties and injuries among the inhabitants.
Eyewitnesses reported to Anadolu Agency that the collapse happened in the early hours of the morning, instigating a wave of panic and fear among the residents of nearby buildings. Emergency and rescue teams rushed to the scene immediately after the incident to search for potential survivors beneath the rubble.
Local media outlets, including the Moroccan Depth site, have reported that the incident resulted in the deaths of five individuals, while six others sustained varying degrees of injuries. The injured were promptly transported to local hospitals for necessary medical treatment, with their health conditions currently described as stable.
Furthermore, authorities continue their search and rescue operations at the site of the collapse, fearing that there may be missing persons trapped under the fallen structure. Security forces have cordoned off the area to prevent access to the hazardous site.
Investigation Underway
The Moroccan Depth site also indicated that authorities have launched an investigation to uncover the true causes behind the building's collapse, amidst speculations regarding the building's age and potential structural deficiencies. As of now, no immediate official statements have been released to clarify the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
It is noteworthy that in February 2022, the Moroccan Ministry of Urban Planning and Housing announced a national strategy aimed at addressing the risks posed by buildings at risk of collapse. This strategy is intended to establish a proactive and participatory framework to tackle issues related to threatened buildings by the year 2030.
As reported by yenisafak.com.
