By Mohammed Zafran. Five people were injured in a worksite accident after the first floor ceiling of a building collapsed on them in Jannusan yesterday. The workers, all of whom are Asians, were injured while working at an under-construction building. According to sources, it happened at around 8am.
Five people were injured in a worksite accident after the first floor ceiling of a building collapsed on them in Jannusan yesterday.
The workers, all of whom are Asians, were injured while working at an under-construction building. According to sources, it happened at around 8am.
“Soon after the men began their work, the accident took place. It is not clear as to what caused it. They have been injured. However, no fatalities,” a source said. “Civil Defence personnel arrived at the scene quickly to deal with the situation. The ambulance also arrived soon as well.
Various other ministry officials also came to the scene,” the source added. The Ministry of Interior confirmed the accident in a tweet yesterday morning stating, “Civil Defence deals with the ceiling collapse at an under construction building in Jannusan area. Five workers injured and were taken to hospital for treatment. Relevant procedures are being taken.”
The men suffered injuries on their neck, back and the chest. They were soon rushed to Salmaniya Medical Complex (SMC).
