Nine dead, 33 injured in building collapse

AT least nine people mostly firefighters and police were killed when a 12-storey building that had attracted police attention for alleged illegal renovations collapsed in the Cairo late on Monday night.

Nine dead, 33 injured in building collapse

Rescue workers used bulldozers and cranes in a desperate bid to recover more survivors as anxious relatives watched and waited at the scene. The building collapsed after a fire broke out in Souq al-Wahda, a ground-floor electrical shop.

After working through the night under spotlights, nine bodies were recovered including seven firefighters and police officers according to rescue officials.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €120 €60

Best value

Monthly €10€5 / month

More in this section

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited