BREAKING: Many Feared Trapped as Building Collapses in Abuja
ABUJA — A two-storey residential building located in Phase Two, Site Two, in the Kubwa area of the Federal Capital Territory collapsed early Saturday morning, around 7 am. Details about the incident remain sketchy as of the time of filing this report.
According to eyewitnesses at the scene, there was a heavy crash followed by dust all over the place. Some residents are feared to be trapped under the debris, which has caused frantic responses from emergency services.
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The FCT Emergency Management Agency’s spokesperson, Nkechi Isa, said the search and rescue team from the agency is already at the scene. “Our team is working assiduously to rescue those trapped and provide necessary assistance,” Isa said.
The incident has sent shockwaves across the community, with many nervous onlookers and family members of probable victims displayed near the site, awaiting any good news. Authorities are urging people to stay clear of the area for the rescue operations.
The updates on causalities or survivors are yet unknown as rescue efforts are underway. Further details will be provided after they become available.