A two-story school building in Nigeria collapsed, killing 22 people and injuring many others. The incident occurred during school hours in Plateau state. Rescue efforts have concluded, and the site has been cleared.
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A six-storey building collapsed in Surat, Gujarat, on Saturday, resulting in the death of seven people and leaving at least six to seven more trapped in the debris. Rescue efforts by the NDRF and SDRF are ongoing.
A tragedy unfolded in George, South Africa, as a multi-story apartment building under construction collapsed, injuring at least 22 workers. The grim situation has left an estimated 48 workers trapped amid the rubble. Rescue efforts are in full swing, with over 130 personnel tirelessly working to save lives. The authorities estimate that around 70 people were working on the building when it collapsed. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the risks involved in construction projects and highlights the importance of adhering to safety regulations to prevent such devastating events.
In a heartbreaking incident, the roof of a residential building in Karachi’s North Nazimabad area tragically collapsed on Monday night, resulting in the loss of one life. Rescue teams and police promptly responded to the scene, rushing the injured to Abbasi Shaheed Hospital, where sadly, one individual succumbed to their injuries.
A report by Jadavpur University has found that the Garden Reach building in Kolkata, which collapsed on March 18, was constructed using substandard materials and had a faulty design. The report was submitted to the Kolkata Police, who are now awaiting a final report that will specify the standard of materials used. A charge sheet will be filed based on the findings of the report.