Worker trapped under rubble after trench collapse in Lefkosa

A worker was injured after being trapped under the landslide that occurred during infrastructure work on the Dereboyu - Metehan road on Saturday.

The worker was rescued by emergency teams and taken to the hospital with injuries.

According to a statement from the police press office, the incident took place on Saturday, when Shafiqul 44, an employee of a company doing sewer work on Osman Örek Street in Lefkosia on behalf of the Lefkosia Turkish Municipality, was injured when a trench collapse occurred during excavation work.

Police, fire, and civil defence teams who were dispatched to the scene managed to rescue Shafiqul, who was then taken to Lefkoşa Dr. Burhan Nalbantoğlu State Hospital.

No detailed information is yet available about the worker’s condition. Meanwhile an investigation into the incident is ongoing.

*Concerns about the working conditions and living standards of migrant workers, including those from Asia in North Cyprus, have been reported in various contexts. These concerns typically include:

Living Conditions: Migrant workers may live in substandard or overcrowded conditions, with inadequate access to basic necessities such as clean water, sanitation, and proper housing.

Working Conditions: Reports often highlight the lack of enforcement of health and safety regulations, leading to hazardous working environments. This includes inadequate protective gear, poor safety protocols, and insufficient training.

Gaps in the enforcement of labour laws and regulations, which can result in exploitation and mistreatment of workers. This could include issues like low wages, lack of job security, and limited access to healthcare.

Support and Advocacy: Various NGOs and labour rights organisations work to address these issues, advocating for better working conditions and legal protections for migrant workers. [Ed.]

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