Summary
A building collapse in Tripoli, Lebanon, killed at least 15 people on February 8. Many buildings in the city are at risk of falling due to old age, unregulated construction, the 2019 economic crisis, recent earthquakes, and increased rainfall. Residents are worried about the safety of their homes.
Key Facts
- A building in Tripoli collapsed on February 8, killing at least 15 people.
- This was the fourth building to collapse in Tripoli this winter.
- Hundreds of buildings in the city are at risk of collapse.
- Reasons include aging buildings, unapproved construction, the economic crisis, earthquakes, and heavy rain.
- Tripoli is one of the poorest cities on the Mediterranean, with a high poverty rate.
- Much of the city's infrastructure dates back to when the city was wealthier and is now deteriorating.
- Concrete buildings' lifespans are nearing their end, making them unsafe.
- Local authorities and private groups are working to address these infrastructure issues.
