Bengaluru building collapse

 

Bengaluru building collapse: Several feared trapped, rescue operation underway.
Six of the at least 16 labourers feared trapped in the building collapse in Bengaluru have been rescued so far while one died. #rain #BangaloreRains pic.twitter.com/23w9Ak99IW

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Several feared trapped, rescue operation underway

Six of the at least 16 labourers feared trapped in the building collapse in Bengaluru have been rescued so far while one died.

On Tuesday, 22 October, as incessant rain continued, an under-construction building near Hennur collapsed. Several people are feared trapped inside. Bengaluru has received heavy rain since Monday, 21 October, under the influence of a cyclonic circulation formed over central Andaman.

An under-construction multi-storey building in Babusapalya near Hennur came crashing down. At least 16 labourers are feared trapped under the debris. One of them, reportedly, managed to escape after the collapse despite sustaining injuries.

Local authorities, police and emergency response personnel have arrived at the scene and a rescue operation is underway. So far, six have been rescued from the debris. 

Heavy rain across Karnataka

IMD had predicted that Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh may receive heavy rains and thunderstorms for three days from 21 October under the influence of the cyclonic circulation.

Since 21 October, rains have been battering many parts of Karnataka, mainly affecting Shivamogga and Bengaluru. Shivamogga has experienced severe flooding due to heavy rainfall.

The rain, accompanied by thunder and lightning, has affected low-lying regions, causing stormwater drains and channels to overflow into streets and homes.

What caused the collapse? 

Hennur police officials said that the building seem to have collapsed due to a breakdown of scaffolding.

“The collapse occurred around 4.30 pm, and 12 to 15 labourers appear to be trapped inside. The under-construction building consisted of five floors. One person has succumbed so far.”

Of the people trapped inside, six have been rescued so far. The official said, “Six people have been rescued and the rescue operation is still underway. Around four to six more people are expected to trapped inside the building. The injured people have been rushed to the local hospitals for further medical care.”

The injured labourers were mostly from Tamil Nadu and Odisha. “Identity of the victim and the people trapped inside are yet to be ascertained,” the official added.