A roof collapse in Nowshera, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on Friday resulted in one death and one critical injury. The incident occurred in the Ismail Khel Charat area when the roof of a dilapidated house gave way following recent rainfall, trapping two individuals under debris.
Rescue Efforts and Casualties
Local residents initiated immediate rescue operations, recovering one body from the rubble. The deceased was identified as Haji Rashid. The second victim was pulled out alive but sustained severe injuries and was initially taken to a nearby hospital. Due to the critical nature of his condition, he was later referred to a hospital in Peshawar for advanced medical care.
Impact and Response
The collapse highlights risks posed by aging infrastructure during adverse weather. No official statement from local authorities has been reported yet. The injured person remains under treatment, and further details are awaited.
