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70-year-old building collapses in Chennai; rescue operation underway

Updated on: 19 April,2023 01:50 PM IST  |  Chennai
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The multi-storeyed building at Mannady in North Chennai was under renovation when it collapsed earlier today

70-year-old building collapses in Chennai; rescue operation underway

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A 70-year-old building collapsed here on Wednesday and officials said four persons are likely trapped under the debris. A rescue operation was underway.


The multi-storeyed building at Mannady in North Chennai was under renovation when it collapsed earlier today.


Multiple government agencies including fire and rescue and police are engaged in rescue operation.


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"Nearly 10 people were working when the incident occurred. Six have come out while efforts are on to rescue four people on a war-footing with the use of equipment," Deputy Mayor M Magesh Kumar told reporters.

Orders have been issued to undertake audit on the stability of those buildings which are located nearby, he added.

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