Karachi Building Collapse Kills Eight, Trapped Survivors Sought
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At least eight people died and nine were injured when a five-story building collapsed in Karachi, Pakistan's Lyari neighborhood. Rescuers are searching for up to 10 more people trapped in the rubble. The building, housing approximately 100 residents, was described as "worn-out" and located on a narrow street, hindering rescue efforts. Building collapses are common in Pakistan due to poor construction standards and lax enforcement of regulations.
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