Rain exposes housing risks as roof collapse kills couple
News Desk
Islamabad: Heavy rainfall has exposed the risks posed by vulnerable residential structures in Madina Town, where a house roof collapsed, killing a couple and injuring their 17-year-old daughter, according to the district administration.
The incident occurred during rainfall when the roof of a house suddenly collapsed, trapping family members beneath the debris.
Officials said the deceased, a husband and wife aged between 50 and 60, suffered critical injuries in the collapse. They were taken to a hospital but later died despite medical treatment.
A 17-year-old girl was also injured and remains under treatment at a hospital after rescue teams recovered her from the site.
An initial assessment by the district administration found that the roof had been constructed using mud and wooden beams.
Officials said the structure was vulnerable to heavy rainfall and that the weakened roof was unable to withstand the pressure caused by the weather, resulting in the collapse.
The incident highlights the risks faced by residents living in older or poorly maintained houses, particularly during periods of heavy rain.
Authorities and rescue teams reached the location after receiving information about the collapse and carried out recovery operations.
The injured girl was shifted to hospital for medical care, while officials continued collecting information about the incident.
The district administration said further details would be released as the assessment progresses.
Following the incident, authorities urged residents living in vulnerable or deteriorating buildings to take precautionary measures, particularly during periods of heavy rainfall.
Residents have also been advised to report structural weaknesses to the relevant departments so that potentially dangerous buildings can be assessed before they pose a serious threat.
The incident serves as another warning that weakened roofs and ageing structures can become particularly hazardous when exposed to prolonged or heavy rainfall.
