A seven-storey tower block has collapsed in Istanbul, sparking a huge rescue effort for multiple people left buried beneath the rubble.
Collapse in Maltepe District
The first three floors of the building collapsed at around 5.40am local time this morning in Istanbul's Maltepe district. Rescue teams rushed to the scene to locate trapped residents.
Rescue Operation Underway
Emergency crews are currently working to reach those buried under the debris. The cause of the collapse has not yet been confirmed.
This is a breaking news story and further details are expected to emerge as the rescue operation continues.
