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Rescue Efforts Intensify for Trapped Workers After South African Building Collapse

Emergency teams have made contact with 11 of the dozens missing following a catastrophic building collapse in George, South Africa.

  • Rescue operations face challenges with 11 workers located but still trapped under debris, and 37 others unaccounted for.
  • Six fatalities confirmed, and multiple injuries reported among the 21 workers rescued so far.
  • Specialized rescue teams and heavy machinery mobilized in a race against time to reach survivors.
  • Investigations into the cause of the collapse initiated, with a focus on construction safety regulations.
  • Local community and national leaders rally support and resources for ongoing rescue efforts.
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