A devastating building collapse in George, Western Cape province, South Africa, has left at least five people dead and over 50 trapped under the rubble. Apexnewsgh reports
The five-storey apartment block, which was under construction, came crashing down on Monday, leaving a trail of destruction and chaos in its wake.
Rescue efforts are ongoing, with 26 people pulled from the wreckage so far, but dozens more remain unaccounted for. The site has been cordoned off, and emergency workers are working tirelessly to remove concrete blocks and debris by hand, searching for any signs of life.
The cause of the collapse is still under investigation, but officials say they have established contact with some of those trapped under the rubble. Heavy lifting equipment and sniffer dogs have been brought in to assist the rescue efforts, which have been slow and laborious due to the unstable nature of the site.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his condolences to the families of the victims, calling for a thorough investigation to “bring closure to the community and prevent a repeat of this disaster.” The city’s mayor, Ald Van Wyk, has also offered his condolences to the families and all those affected by the tragedy.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
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