Collapse of Condemned Building in Bari: Rescue Operations Underway
A residential building in the Carrassi district of Bari has collapsed, prompting emergency rescue operations and concerns for potential victims.
A residential building in the Carrassi district of Bari, situated between Via De Amicis and Corso Benedetto Croce, has collapsed after being declared unsafe and evacuated earlier this year.
Emergency response teams, including firefighters and medical personnel, have been deployed to the site to assess the situation and ensure public safety.
The area has been cordoned off as rescue operations continue.
Initial investigations indicate that the structure may have imploded due to the failure of a central supporting pillar.
The building had been evacuated and reinforced in February 2023, following the discovery of structural issues.
The property owner had initiated stabilization work, but questions have arisen regarding the timing and adequacy of these efforts.
Authorities are currently reviewing safety measures for adjacent structures, as there are concerns that neighboring buildings could also be at risk.
Firefighters are sifting through debris in search of potential victims, with specific worry for an elderly woman who reportedly remained in the building despite evacuation orders.
In a precautionary move, the two neighboring buildings have also been evacuated, as part of the collapsed building remains attached to one of them, increasing the risk of further collapse.
The extent of displacement for residents of the surrounding properties has yet to be determined, and local authorities are working to find accommodations for those affected.
Witnesses described the incident as a sudden and complete disintegration of the building, causing dust to cover nearby vehicles and streets.
The President of the Apulia Region, Michele Emiliano, has expressed full support for deploying regional civil protection resources to assist with rescue operations and aid displaced residents.
Search and rescue units, including specialized canine teams and experts from the Apulian Alpine and Speleological Rescue, are actively involved in the recovery efforts.
Bari's Mayor, Vito Leccese, reported from the scene, emphasizing the need to ascertain whether anyone disregarded the evacuation order and remained inside the building.
The mayor noted that the evacuation order issued on February 24, 2023, highlighted serious risks and instructed property owners to undertake technical assessments and consolidation projects, raising concerns over the delayed start of the planned stabilization work.
Emergency response teams, including firefighters and medical personnel, have been deployed to the site to assess the situation and ensure public safety.
The area has been cordoned off as rescue operations continue.
Initial investigations indicate that the structure may have imploded due to the failure of a central supporting pillar.
The building had been evacuated and reinforced in February 2023, following the discovery of structural issues.
The property owner had initiated stabilization work, but questions have arisen regarding the timing and adequacy of these efforts.
Authorities are currently reviewing safety measures for adjacent structures, as there are concerns that neighboring buildings could also be at risk.
Firefighters are sifting through debris in search of potential victims, with specific worry for an elderly woman who reportedly remained in the building despite evacuation orders.
In a precautionary move, the two neighboring buildings have also been evacuated, as part of the collapsed building remains attached to one of them, increasing the risk of further collapse.
The extent of displacement for residents of the surrounding properties has yet to be determined, and local authorities are working to find accommodations for those affected.
Witnesses described the incident as a sudden and complete disintegration of the building, causing dust to cover nearby vehicles and streets.
The President of the Apulia Region, Michele Emiliano, has expressed full support for deploying regional civil protection resources to assist with rescue operations and aid displaced residents.
Search and rescue units, including specialized canine teams and experts from the Apulian Alpine and Speleological Rescue, are actively involved in the recovery efforts.
Bari's Mayor, Vito Leccese, reported from the scene, emphasizing the need to ascertain whether anyone disregarded the evacuation order and remained inside the building.
The mayor noted that the evacuation order issued on February 24, 2023, highlighted serious risks and instructed property owners to undertake technical assessments and consolidation projects, raising concerns over the delayed start of the planned stabilization work.
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