Summary
At least 22 people died and 16 were injured when two apartment buildings collapsed in Fez, Morocco. The buildings were reportedly in poor condition for several years before they fell. A rescue operation is ongoing to find any survivors.
Key Facts
- Two four-story buildings collapsed in Fez, Morocco, early Wednesday.
- The buildings housed eight families and were located in the Al Massira suburb.
- Reports say the buildings had shown signs of deterioration for years.
- Fez is an ancient city and the third-largest in Morocco.
- Emergency teams are searching for people possibly trapped under the rubble.
- Nearby building residents have been evacuated for safety.
- Similar incidents occurred in Fez in May and February 2024, causing several deaths.
