Building Collapses in Mexico City After Heavy Rains

Heavy rains cause building collapse in Mexico City's Roma neighborhood. An abandoned building located at the intersection of Mérida and Durango avenues in the Roma neighborhood of Mexico City partially collapsed this afternoon due to heavy rainfall. The incident, captured on video by a bystander (@JCWilliams54), shows a significant portion of the building's facade falling into the street. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported, according to initial reports from emergency services. "It happened so fast," said one witness, who preferred to remain anonymous. "I was walking nearby when I heard a loud crash and saw the debris falling." The area was quickly cordoned off by emergency personnel, and investigations are underway to determine the exact cause of the collapse and assess the structural integrity of nearby buildings. The incident serves as a reminder of the potential dangers posed by aging infrastructure and extreme weather events.