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A Four-Storey Building In Irbid Brought Down Safely After Cracks Spark Fears
Jordan’s quick action averted a potential disaster this week when a four-storey residential building in Irbid was safely brought down in a controlled demolition — after dangerous cracks made it too risky to stand.
Cracks Sparked Urgent Action
Located on Baghdad Street, the building had shown severe structural cracks linked to nearby construction work. Inspectors flagged it as unsafe, with the National Building Council recommending it be removed to protect surrounding homes.
Evacuations Before The Collapse
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Public Security forces moved fast to close off the area, while Civil Defence teams and Irbid Police evacuated all residents on Monday night — including families in nearby multi-unit houses. By Tuesday morning, the building was brought down under strict safety measures.
Jordanian Authorities Stepped Up
Governor of Irbid Radwan Al-Atoom confirmed that after an on-site engineering assessment, the building was ruled too dangerous to keep standing. The coordinated effort meant no injuries were reported — and surrounding homes stayed safe.
From rapid inspections to overnight evacuations, Jordan’s swift response turned a risky situation into a textbook example of putting public safety first.