### Protección Civil to Inspect Businesses on Tijuana’s Boardwalk After Aquamarine Café Collapse
In the wake of the Aquamarine Café collapse in Tijuana, the local office of Civil Protection has announced plans to inspect businesses along the area’s boardwalk. The collapse, which occurred on Wednesday, led to three individuals being trapped inside the establishment. Thankfully, all three, comprising two adults and one minor, have since been rescued and released from medical care.
Miguel Ángel Ceballos, the acting director of Civil Protection, has indicated that the collapse was caused by the severely deteriorated condition of the café’s building materials. When engineers assessed the scene, they found that new concrete slabs had been constructed over an old structure with significantly corroded rebar, exacerbated by the sea’s salt air. This additional weight eventually led to the collapse between the lower floor and the terrace area.
Ceballos emphasized that many older buildings in the Tijuana coast area may face similar risks, mentioning that maintenance is often superficial and does not address deeper structural issues. To address this, the Civil Protection team, in collaboration with the Playas de Tijuana delegation, will conduct thorough inspections of neighboring businesses to identify any potential structural damage.
“We often find that damages are covered up with a fresh layer of plaster and paint, hiding the real issues,” Ceballos explained. “With the help of the Urban Administration Department, we aim to uncover and address these hidden damages to prevent future incidents.”
### Additional Updates on the Situation
According to recent updates sourced from various news outlets, authorities are taking the collapse very seriously. Municipal officials have stressed the need to ensure the safety of all public establishments, especially those in high foot traffic areas such as the Tijuana boardwalk.
Moreover, reports indicate that the Tijuana city council is initiating a program to review older buildings more rigorously. This initiative will include public awareness campaigns about the importance of regular and comprehensive structural maintenance.
Local businesses are expected to cooperate with these inspections fully. Those found non-compliant with the safety standards may face significant fines and might even be required to shut down until proper repairs and reinforcements are made.
For more on the ongoing regulatory measures being implemented and how they may affect local businesses, stay tuned to TJGringo.com.
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