Summary
A five-story building in Karachi, Pakistan, collapsed, killing at least eight people and injuring nine others. Rescue teams are searching for more people trapped in the rubble. The building was in a poor area of Karachi with a history of construction issues.
Key Facts
- A five-story building collapsed in the Lyari neighborhood of Karachi, Pakistan.
- At least eight people died, and nine others were hurt in the incident.
- It happened around 10 a.m. local time on a Friday.
- Up to 100 people were estimated to live in the building.
- Rescuers are searching for additional people who might be trapped.
- The narrow street made it hard for rescuers to bring in heavy equipment.
- Building collapses are common in Pakistan due to poor construction standards.
- Karachi is known for illegal building work and weak safety rules, leading to frequent incidents.
