One killed and many feared trapped under collapsed building in Philippines
A building collapse in Angeles City, Philippines, has left around 20 people feared trapped under the rubble. Rescue operations have successfully saved 24 individuals, with no reported fatalities so far. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the collapse, which occurred while the nine-storey structure was still under construction.
- ▪Around 20 people are feared trapped under the rubble of a collapsed building in Angeles City.
- ▪Rescue operations have saved 24 people, with no deaths reported at this time.
- ▪The building was still under construction when it collapsed early on Sunday morning.
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People trapped under collapsed building in Philippines10 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleAleks PhillipsReutersAround 20 people are feared to still be trapped under the rubble of a building that collapsed early on Sunday morning in a city near the Philippine capital, Manila.A search operation has so far rescued 24 people from the site in Angeles and two from a nearby hotel that was struck by falling debris, with no deaths reported.The nine-storey building had still been under construction when it suddenly gave way around 03:00 local time on Sunday (19:00 GMT on Saturday).
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