Who is liable if a pedestrian is hit by a car or falls into this sinkhole?

Fez, Morocco: The presence of an open cesspool in the neighbourhood of Zouagha El Aliya, under the influence of the administrative extension of El Anbarah, Zouagha district, Fez, raises residents’ fears about the possibility of traffic accidents or people falling into it.

This open cesspool poses a real danger to the safety of passers-by, especially children, as it is located near the Khaled bin al-Walid Mosque, putting them at risk of falling into it or being involved in a traffic accident.

The question arises as to who is responsible for this open cesspool, as it is located in a densely populated residential neighbourhood, which suggests negligence on the part of the concerned authorities.

Residents of Zawagha Al Olaya neighbourhood are calling on the responsible authorities to address this issue quickly and effectively, by closing this sinkhole in a way that ensures the safety of passers-by.

Preventive measures must be taken:

This incident serves as a reminder of the need for the concerned authorities to take the necessary preventive measures to prevent such incidents in the future, by

Maintaining sewage networks on a regular basis.
Close any open drains immediately.
Placing warning signs in dangerous places.
Citizen safety is a priority:

The safety of citizens is a top priority, and the concerned authorities must take all necessary measures to ensure it.

Call for co-operation:

Citizens must co-operate with the authorities by reporting any hazards or infrastructure issues.

Towards a safe city:

With concerted efforts by all, we can ensure that Fes is safe for all its inhabitants.

From the website: Fez News

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