How many people died in the Fes building collapse?

Twenty-two people died in the building collapse in Fes.

What caused the two buildings to collapse in Fes?

An investigation is underway, but locals suggest illegal construction and exceeding height limits may have caused the collapse.

Is the Fes building collapse the deadliest in Morocco?

Yes, the Fes building collapse is the deadliest of its kind in Morocco in recent years.

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Morocco Building Collapse: 22 Dead in Fes Tragedy

10 Dec

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Summary

Two buildings collapsed in Fes, killing 22 people and injuring sixteen.
Locals report buildings exceeded height limits, suggesting illegal construction.
The deadliest building collapse in Morocco in recent years occurred.

Morocco Building Collapse: 22 Dead in Fes Tragedy

A catastrophic collapse of two buildings in the northern Moroccan city of Fes resulted in the deaths of 22 individuals, making it the deadliest accident of its kind in the kingdom recently. Sixteen other people sustained injuries in the incident, which occurred after 11:00 pm. Reports from locals suggest that the collapsed structures violated building standards, as authorities permit only two-story buildings in the area, yet these had four floors each.

Rescue operations concluded by Wednesday afternoon, with authorities confirming the casualty figures. An investigation has been launched to ascertain the precise causes of the collapse, though preliminary reports indicate the buildings were constructed in 2006. The tragedy has highlighted concerns about construction practices in the region, with some residents describing development as "anarchic" and "completely out of control."