Hospital collapses in Calabar after heavy rainfall
A hospital building serving residents and workers in Calabar, Cross River State, has collapsed after a landslide caused by heavy rainfall and soil erosion. The facility, identified as UNICEM Hospital, was seen in a video gradually giving way before crashing into a gully. The incident has raised concerns about infrastructure safety and erosion control in the area. As of now, the Cross River State Government has not released an official statement.
What we know
- The UNICEM Hospital building in Calabar collapsed after the ground beneath it was washed away.
- The incident was reported to have occurred on Thursday, August 13.
- A video of the collapse was shared on X, sparking widespread concern and discussion.
- Many social media users blamed poor erosion control and construction practices for the incident.
- There is no official statement yet from the Cross River State Government regarding the collapse.
