Tragic Havana Building Collapse Leaves Multiple Trapped and One Dead

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Tragic Havana Building Collapse Leaves Multiple Trapped and One Dead
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A building collapse in Havana, Cuba, has resulted in at least one fatality and two people trapped under the rubble. The building, located in the Old Havana tourist district, was home to 13 families and 54 people. Rescuers are working to find the trapped individuals amidst a second partial collapse caused by inclement weather. This incident highlights the ongoing housing crisis in Cuba, where economic struggles, U.S. sanctions, and a lack of maintenance and repairs have left many citizens living in dangerous and deteriorating accommodations.

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