2-story building collapses in Kano, Nigeria, during heavy rain; 2 deaths, 2 injuries, linked to flooding.

A two-storey building collapsed in Kano, Nigeria, during heavy rain, resulting in two deaths and two injuries. The incident was linked to flooding caused by overflow from a nearby waterway. Rescue operations are ongoing, involving multiple agencies. Prior to this collapse, Kano State Emergency Management Agency reported 31 fatalities and over 5,280 homes destroyed due to recent flooding, highlighting ongoing issues with building safety in the region.

September 05, 2024
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