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Istanbul: Tragedy After Collapse of Two Buildings – One Dead

Published March 22, 2026, 20:02
Istanbul: Tragedy After Collapse of Two Buildings – One Dead

A tragedy unfolded in Istanbul after the collapse of two buildings in the Fatih district, resulting in one fatality. The incident occurred around noon on Embe Street, causing panic in the area. Strong forces from the Fire Department, AFAD, Police, and Ambulance Service were immediately mobilized to rescue those trapped. A total of 11 people were rescued alive, but one of the injured later succumbed to their injuries. Authorities evacuated the area, and a judicial investigation into the cause of the collapse was launched, involving two prosecutors.