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In Bucharest, 65 residents are being evacuated from a building due to a crack reported between two staircases. The crack spans from the 5th to the 8th floor, prompting emergency intervention. The building, which has eight floors and is marked with seismic risk, houses 36 apartments. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crack, which may be linked to an earthquake that occurred on October 19, 2026. Emergency services, including a special rescue team and medical personnel, are on-site to assist the evacuated residents, providing temporary shelter from cold temperatures. Inspectors will conduct a technical assessment to determine necessary safety measures.