Building base collapses in Istanbul

The base of a building under construction has collapsed in the Bakırköy region of Istanbul province.

The incident occurred on Abidin Dino Street in Bakırköy during the construction of a house.

According to reports, two workers were trapped in the collapse.

Both workers were rescued after 1.5 hours of rescue efforts.

Previously in February, two buildings, one a five-story structure, collapsed in the Beyoğlu district of Istanbul.

The incident occurred on Zambak Street, close to Istiklal Avenue, a busy shopping and nightlife district. No casualties were reported in the incident.