Tanzania: Emergency crews responding to building collapse in Dar es Salaam Nov. 16

Emergency crews are responding to a four-story building collapse on the corner of Kongo and Mchikichini streets in the Kariakoo area of Dar es Salaam Nov. 16. Authorities have rescued 12 people from the rubble, but several more remain unaccounted for. Authorities have not confirmed the number of casualties associated with the incident. The cause of the building collapse is unconfirmed. Officials are likely to issue updates in the coming hours.

Heightened security and localized transport and business disruptions will likely continue in the affected area through Nov. 16. Authorities will probably restrict access to nearby roads to facilitate the movement of emergency vehicles. Officials may also mandate building evacuations in the vicinity as a precaution until clearance operations and investigations end.