At least 59 people were trapped under rubble of a collapsed building in George, Western Cape South Africa.
The under-construction residential building suddenly collapsed this afternoon without warning. Fears of fatalities are very high.
According to -Western Cape Disaster Management, 10 people have so far been rescued.
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The Western Cape government has announced an emergency as they closely monitor the situation.
In a notice, they said the following:
Media Release: Western Cape Government supporting and monitoring response to building collapse in George
6 May 2024
The Western Cape Government (WCG) is closely monitoring and sending resources to assist the emergency response to a construction site collapse in George, in the Southern Cape.
Premier Alan Winde and relevant provincial ministers and government are being briefed on the incident.
Premier Winde said, “All the necessary support has been offered to emergency personnel to expedite their response. At the moment, officials are focused on saving lives. This is our top priority at this stage.”
The Western Cape Government is sending personnel support as well as emergency response support.
The Premier is receiving ongoing updates on the situation. He has urged the public to allow emergency services officials the carry out their duties and to not put their own lives at risk by travelling to the site.
Further updates will be provided in due course.
