Pakistan, July 4 -- A five-storey residential building collapsed in Karachi's Lyari area on Friday, killing at least six people and injuring seven. The incident occurred on Fida Hussain Shaikha Road, where rescue teams, including Pakistan Rangers and Rescue 1122, worked to save trapped victims. Rescue efforts were delayed due to narrow streets and large crowds. Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab confirmed that eight people had been pulled out alive. Conflicting reports claim the death toll could be as high as eight.

Authorities revealed that the building had been declared dangerous in 2022. Despite several notices, residents refused to vacate. The Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) said it had issued multiple warnings and requested utility...