Security sources said that a five-story building in Giza entirely collapsed on Monday only hours after tenants were evacuated. No casualties were reported.
A demolition order had already been issued for the building, according to the sources.
Building collapses have become common in Egypt, due to the deteriorating conditions of buildings, violations of construction regulations, and the use of sub-standard materials.
Thousands of buildings do not conform to safety regulations in Egypt and buildings rarely undergo restoration.
Bad weather also contributes to building collapses. Twenty-eight buildings in Alexandria partially collapsed in December due to heavy rainfall and violent winds.
