Mar 19 β€’ 11:47 UTC πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Argentina La Nacion (ES)

Parque Patricios: Preventive closure lifted in 'suitable' areas and the prosecution must define if residents can return

The preventive closure in certain areas of Parque Patricios has been lifted, pending a decision from authorities on whether residents can return.

In Parque Patricios, Buenos Aires, the local government has lifted a preventive closure in areas deemed suitable for habitation following the recent collapse of a parking facility. This decision comes 15 days after the incident, as the city administration, through its Auxiliary Guard, begins to prepare for the possibility of residents returning to their homes. However, restrictions remain in place for sectors that are still under observation due to safety concerns.

A statement from La Nacion reveals that a returning protocol is being developed, which includes the restoration of services to make these areas livable again. Despite the reopening of certain parts of the EstaciΓ³n Buenos Aires housing complex, officials emphasize that only those areas that have been thoroughly assessed can be occupied, with ongoing evaluations to monitor the safety of all remaining sections. The city government is expected to closely manage this transition to ensure resident safety.

The broader implications of this decision highlight the community's need for rapid recovery and assurance of safety after the collapse. As local authorities work on defining further actions, including when full services will be resumed, residents are left in a state of uncertainty but are hopeful for a swift return as preparations are made to facilitate their reintegration into the community.

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