Cape coast: Two additional buildings collapsed in Cape Coast on Friday, June 27, increasing the total number of collapsed buildings in the city to seven within a week. Fortunately, the most recent incidents did not result in any injuries or fatalities.
According to Ghana News Agency, one of the buildings was a mud structure located in the fishing community of Brofoyedur, while the other was a story building under construction at 3rd Ridge. In total, the seven building collapses have resulted in three deaths and a few injuries and displacements.
Many residents of Cape Coast, particularly those living in older structures, are now living in fear, worried about the stability of their homes. In response, the Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly has launched a large-scale demolition initiative to remove all structurally compromised buildings in an effort to prevent further incidents.
While the demolition exercise aims to enhance safety, it is being carried out with careful consideration of Cape Coast's historic and cultural significance, ensuring that the city's heritage is preserved even as safety measures are implemented.
