Tragic Pakistan Apartment Collapse Claims Lives in Karachi Neighborhood
A residential building collapse in Karachi's Lyari neighborhood has resulted in 21 confirmed deaths, with rescue efforts ongoing. Despite prior safety warnings, occupants were still inside when the building crumbled. Families anxiously wait for news of their trapped loved ones as authorities investigate the cause of the tragedy.
The death toll from the collapse of a residential building in Karachi, Pakistan, has reached 21 as rescue teams continue to search for survivors. The incident occurred in the Lyari neighborhood, known for its past gang violence and safety concerns.
Authorities had deemed the building unsafe and issued eviction notices over the past three years, but some occupants claimed they never received them. Efforts to rescue trapped individuals have been hindered by the building's location on a narrow street.
Despite the rising temperatures and ongoing rescue operation, families remain hopeful for the safe recovery of their loved ones. The tragedy has once again highlighted the issue of poor construction standards and safety regulations in Pakistan.
Building collapses are unfortunately not uncommon in the country, often due to substandard materials and lax enforcement of construction guidelines.
According to the source: Australian Broadcasting Corporation.
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