A residential building collapsed in the Moroccan city of Fez on Thursday, May 21, 2026, killing at least nine people and injuring several others, according to local authorities.
The collapse occurred in the old medina district of the city. Rescue teams, including civil defense personnel, were deployed to search for survivors and clear debris. The official Moroccan news agency MAP reported the initial death toll, citing local officials.
The cause of the collapse is under investigation. Building collapses are not uncommon in Morocco, often due to aging infrastructure, poor construction practices, or heavy rains. In recent years, authorities have stepped up efforts to demolish unsafe buildings, but incidents continue to occur.
No further details on the identities of the victims or the exact number of injured were immediately available. The search and rescue operation was ongoing as of Friday morning.
