Summary
Two buildings in the historic city of Fes, Morocco, collapsed, killing at least 19 people and injuring 16. The buildings, which housed eight families, are located in the Al-Mustaqbal neighborhood. Emergency services responded quickly, and the injured were taken to a local hospital.
Key Facts
- At least 19 people died in the building collapse in Fes, Morocco.
- 16 people were injured and taken to the university hospital in Fes.
- The collapsed buildings were four stories high.
- Children were among those killed in the incident.
- The buildings were located in the Al-Mustaqbal neighborhood.
- Social media showed police and civil protection services at the scene.
- In the past, Fes and other Moroccan cities have experienced building collapses.
- In 2023, over 12,000 buildings in Marrakesh and nearby areas were identified as vulnerable.
