A building collapse in Cairo claimed the lives of at least eight people on Tuesday. The collapse of the six-story building, situated in the western neighborhood of Waili, also left three individuals injured and requiring hospitalization, according to Egypt's Health Ministry. In response, Governor Ibrahim Saber ordered evacuations of nearby residences as a safety measure. While the specific cause of the collapse remains unknown, the structure dates back to the 1960s, and an investigation is underway by the authorities.
Building collapses in Egypt are a frequent occurrence, often resulting from poor construction standards and inadequate upkeep, especially in impoverished urban areas and rural locales. The government has stepped up efforts in recent years to tackle illegal constructions, following a longstanding period of lenient enforcement. This includes initiatives to create new residential areas aimed at relocating people from vulnerable locations. Despite these efforts, numerous Egyptian cities still struggle with unregulated apartment blocks and shantytowns. (This story was generated by Newser's AI chatbot. Source: the AP)
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