4 people die in Egypt building collapse

CAIRO – At least four people died on Wednesday in a building collapse in central Egypt’s Asyut province.

Among the victims were a mother and her child, a local source told Xinhua. The collapse of the four-story building happened in the early hours of the day, sparking panic among residents.

Rescue teams used heavy machinery to remove the debris as crowds gathered nearby, hoping for signs of life among their relatives.

An investigation into the collapse is under way.

XINHUA