Five dead, 10 rescued in two Kano building collapses

Five individuals lost their lives and ten others were rescued following two distinct building collapses in Nigeria's Kano State on Saturday. The first incident occurred at Gaida in Kumbotso Local Government Area, where an incomplete building under construction collapsed, trapping six workers. Firefighters successfully rescued two workers alive, but four others were recovered unconscious and later confirmed dead. The second collapse happened at Kurna in Fagge Local Government Area, affecting an Islamiyya school and trapping nine students. Eight students were rescued alive, while one student was recovered unconscious and later died.

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The Fire Service received distress calls about the incidents at about 2:34 p.m. and 2:40 p.m., respectively.

The Kano State Fire Service confirmed the incidents, stating they received distress calls on Saturday afternoon. The agency has launched investigations into the causes of both collapses. They have also issued advisories to building owners, contractors, and workers, emphasizing the importance of safety precautions and compliance with building standards. The Fire Service particularly cautioned stakeholders to exercise extra care during the rainy season to mitigate the risk of such structural failures.

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All six victims were taken to Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital for medical attention before being handed over to Inspector Adamu Garba of the Kofar Wanbai Police Division.