Breaking: Several Feared Dead as Sand Pit Collapses on Brick Workers in Kano Community
KANO, Nigeria — Tragedy struck on Wednesday as several brick workers were feared dead following the collapse of a sand excavation pit in Ridawa village, Ghari Local Government Area of Kano State.
According to eyewitness accounts, the victims were working inside a deep sand pit used for local brick-making when the structure suddenly gave way, burying many of them beneath heavy sand.
Residents of the community quickly mobilized to the scene, launching frantic rescue efforts in an attempt to save those trapped. However, the operation has been largely manual, with locals digging through the debris using basic tools.
As of the time of filing this report, the exact number of casualties remains unclear. Sources within the community revealed that multiple workers are still trapped underground, raising fears that the death toll could rise.
A local official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, described the situation as devastating, noting that the lack of proper safety measures at such sites continues to put lives at risk.
Emergency responders have reportedly been alerted, while calls have intensified for government intervention and the deployment of specialized rescue equipment to aid ongoing efforts.
Authorities are yet to release an official statement as rescue operations continue.
