House Collapses in Casablanca During Iftar, Three Injured
A devastating scene repeats itself in the old quarters of Casablanca, Medina, where a two-story house suddenly collapsed, leaving three people injured with varying degrees of severity.
The incident took place near the 'Shlouh mosque' in Casablanca's Medina on Wednesday, March 19, evening, unexpectedly as the residents gathered to break their fast during Iftar time.
Reports conveyed that security forces, civil protection, and local authorities, including the city's security chief, arrived at the scene to secure the area, placing iron barriers around the site to ensure the safety of neighbors and passersby.
The injured individuals were rushed to the hospital for necessary medical treatment. Sources at the scene reported that two of the victims sustained only minor injuries, while the third person suffered an injury to the shoulder, but medical tests are yet to determine if fractures are involved.
The incident sparked panic among local residents, who expressed growing fears of meeting the same fate as their neighbors.
The avoidable tragedy reignites concerns over the safety of the dilapidated buildings in the historic district, where poor maintenance and structural neglect continue to put inhabitants at risk.
Local sources also revealed that the house in question had previously been listed among the buildings scheduled for partial demolition and renovation.
The Casablanca municipality has allocated around MAD 23 million for the demolition of deteriorating buildings; which will be carried out by the city's housing and equipment company.
Just earlier this month, another house collapsed in the old Medina in Fez, a recognized UNESCO world heritage site since 1981 and a living witness to the city's past glory. Luckily no one was harmed in this instance since the building was vacant. Tags: casablanca medinaHouse Collapse
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