Several feared trapped as 18-storey building collapses in Eastleigh
An 18-storey building under construction has collapsed in Eastleigh, Nairobi, leaving several people feared trapped. Emergency responders are currently on-site to coordinate rescue efforts and assess casualties.
Why it matters
Building collapses in urban areas highlight critical issues regarding construction safety standards and regulatory oversight in rapidly developing cities.
Several feared trapped after building collapses in Eastleigh Several people are feared trapped after an 18-storey building under construction collapsed along 9th Street in Eastleigh, Nairobi.
Emergency responders rushed to the scene amid fears that people may be trapped beneath the rubble.
Nairobi police boss Issa Mohamed said authorities were yet to get more information on the incident.
“The house was about 10 floors but we are waiting for more as the responders rush to save lives,” he said.
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