- Relief operations to evacuate people trapped in the rubble of a building in George, South Africa
- Fire brigade, locals and police personnel rescued 10 people
- According to the municipal official, the exact number of injured has not been revealed yet
An incident of collapse of an under-construction building has come to light in the city of George, South Africa. The accident took place 400 kilometers away from the capital Cape Town. Officials say that many people have been injured in the accident. According to the information received, 59 people were buried in the debris of the building’s apartment. However, on being informed about the incident, the fire brigade and the police went to the spot and carried out relief and rescue operations. In which 10 people were taken out of the debris after great effort and shifted to the hospital. Out of these 10, five people have sustained serious injuries.
Many people were injured in the accident
According to a statement from the George Municipality, an ambulance, relief operations are being conducted at the scene. This building is located near the municipal office. The spokesperson of the municipality said that many people have been injured in the accident of the building collapsing. The building was about four to five stories. He further said that the exact number of people injured in this incident has not yet been officially revealed. And emergency services personnel are taking action at the scene.
Relief and rescue operations in full swing
The South African government is monitoring the building disaster and has dispatched necessary resources to assist local authorities at the scene. Local government president Ellen Wind said that saving people’s lives is our main priority right now. So the emergency department team is engaged in rescue work.
