In the quiet Maltese town of Naxxar, a construction site has become a scene of chaos and concern. Ten families were evacuated from their homes on Tuesday evening as fears of a building collapse through the usually peaceful community.

The Collapse: A Close Call

Residents of Triq il-Kbira, a bustling street in the heart of Naxxar, were left shaken after a section of a construction site adjacent to their homes suddenly gave way. The collapse, which occurred around 7 PM, sent debris flying onto nearby properties and raised fears of a more catastrophic collapse.

“We were sitting in our living room when we heard a loud rumble,” said Maria, a Naxxar resident who wished to be identified only by her first name. “We ran outside and saw dust everywhere. It was terrifying.”

Evacuations and Safety Measures

Following the collapse, the Civil Protection Department swiftly swung into action. They evacuated ten families from their homes as a precautionary measure, with some residents spending the night in temporary accommodation provided by the local council.

Engineers were also called in to assess the stability of the remaining structure. They recommended that a section of the road adjacent to the site be closed off to ensure public safety.

The Construction Site: A Point of Contention

This is not the first time the construction site has made headlines. The project, a residential block set to house dozens of families, has been a point of contention among Naxxar residents for years. Critics argue that the project is too large for the site and poses a risk to nearby properties.

“We’ve been saying this for years,” said another resident, who wished to remain anonymous. “That site is too small for what they’re trying to build. It’s only a matter of time before something like this happens again.”

The construction company, meanwhile, has maintained that the project is safe and that all necessary precautions are being taken.

: What’s Next for Naxxar?

As the investigation into the collapse continues, one thing is clear: Naxxar residents want answers. They want to know why this happened and what steps are being taken to ensure it doesn’t happen again.

“We just want to feel safe in our homes,” said Maria. “That’s not too much to ask, is it?”

The future of the construction site remains uncertain. The local council has hinted that it may review the project’s permits in light of the collapse. what the next chapter in this saga will be.