Leaning Alexandria Building Evacuated Ahead of Five-Floor Demolition

A leaning residential building in Alexandria’s Ambrozo area has been evacuated in preparation for the removal of five floors.

The property, at 21 Badr al-Gamal Street, lies within the city’s Central District. It consists of a ground floor and 12 upper storeys.

The evacuation followed the discovery that the building was tilting, prompting intervention at the site. The information provided did not specify the extent of the lean or its cause.

Five floors are due to be demolished, though no timetable for the work was given. Details on the number of residents affected or arrangements for their accommodation were not available.