Naxxar Residents Return Home After False Alarm: ‘We’re Relieved It Wasn’t Real’

Imagine waking up to the sound of emergency vehicles outside your home, only to find out that your building is being evacuated due to a suspected collapse. This was the reality for residents of Triq il-Kunsill Naxxar on Tuesday morning. But as the dust settled, it turned out to be a false alarm.

Evacuation Order Lifted

At around 7:30 AM, residents of the street in Naxxar received a shock when they were told to evacuate their homes immediately. The order came after a suspected structural issue was noticed in one of the buildings. Firefighters and Civil Protection Department officials rushed to the scene, cordoning off the area and advising residents to leave their homes.

However, after several hours of inspections and assessments, it was determined that the building was not at risk of collapse. The evacuation order was lifted, and residents were allowed to return to their homes just before noon.

Residents React: ‘It Was Scary, But We’re Just Glad It Wasn’t Real’

Maria, a resident of Triq il-Kunsill Naxxar, shared her experience with Hot Malta. “I was in the shower when I heard the commotion outside. I got dressed and left my house without even grabbing my phone. It was scary, but we’re just glad it wasn’t real,” she said.

Another resident, Joseph, echoed Maria’s sentiments. “I’ve lived here for 20 years, and this is the first time something like this has happened. It was a bit of a shock, but we’re relieved it was a false alarm,” he said.

Lessons Learned: The Importance of Preparedness

While the incident turned out to be a false alarm, it serves as a reminder of prepared for such situations. The Civil Protection Department advises residents to have an emergency kit ready, including essential documents, a first aid kit, water, and non-perishable food items.

it’s crucial to know your local emergency numbers and have a plan in place for such situations. In Malta, the emergency number is 112. For more information on emergency preparedness, you can visit the Civil Protection Department’s website.

As for the residents of Triq il-Kunsill Naxxar, they’re just glad to be back in their homes. “It’s good to be back,” said Maria. “We’re grateful it was just a false alarm.”