A building under construction in Majengo, Mombasa County, collapsed earlier today, leaving one person feared trapped beneath the rubble. The incident occurred on Monday morning, causing panic and a swift response from emergency services and local authorities.
The collapse, which took place in the densely populated Majengo area, saw the structure crumble without warning, sending debris scattering across the site. Within moments, the Kenya Red Cross, local police, and Mombasa County officials were on the ground coordinating search and rescue operations. The authorities quickly confirmed that two individuals had been rescued from the debris, but one person remains unaccounted for, with fears that they are trapped under the rubble.
As emergency teams rushed to the scene, the Kenya Red Cross took to social media platform X, sharing updates and urging people to stay clear of the site to allow the rescue efforts to continue unhindered. They emphasized the ongoing search for the missing individual, highlighting the need for patience and cooperation during this critical time. The organization also assured the public that they were working closely with other agencies to ensure all necessary resources were available for the operation.
A multi-agency response team has been deployed to the site, including personnel from the Kenya Police, the County Government of Mombasa, and the Kenya Red Cross. The joint team is currently working around the clock to locate any individuals who may still be trapped inside the collapsed building. Their operations are being carefully monitored by local officials to ensure the safety of the rescue teams and to avoid any further injuries.
At present, the cause of the collapse has not been confirmed, and investigations are underway. While authorities have not ruled out the possibility of structural failure, experts are still assessing the situation. The building, which was reportedly under construction, may have been compromised due to various factors, such as substandard building materials or poor construction practices. However, it will take time before any definitive conclusions can be drawn.
The collapse has raised concerns about the safety of buildings under construction in the region, especially in densely populated areas like Majengo, where buildings are often packed closely together. It has also sparked renewed discussions on the importance of ensuring that construction projects adhere to proper safety standards and regulations. Authorities have been urged to conduct thorough inspections of ongoing projects to prevent similar incidents in the future.
As the search for the missing individual continues, the Kenya Red Cross, local police, and Mombasa County officials have asked for the public’s cooperation and understanding. The rescue teams are working tirelessly to locate any other potential victims who may still be trapped inside the structure. In the meantime, the area around the collapsed building remains cordoned off to allow for safe operations and to prevent further harm.
The collapse of the building is a tragic reminder of the dangers associated with the construction industry, especially when safety standards are not strictly adhered to. It serves as a call to action for both local authorities and the construction sector to take a closer look at the safety protocols in place, to ensure that incidents like this are prevented in the future.
As the day progresses, officials are continuing their efforts to recover anyone still trapped in the rubble. Their work is being supported by a team of experts in search and rescue operations, with a particular focus on using technology to locate individuals who may be buried deep within the debris.
In the coming hours, it is hoped that the remaining individual will be located and safely rescued. Until then, the community remains in a state of shock, waiting for more updates on the situation.
