The collapse of a building in South Africa has left a devastating impact, with the death toll rising to 30 and 22 people still missing.
This tragic incident occurred in the city of George, where a five-storey apartment block, still under construction, suddenly came crashing down. The rescue teams have been working tirelessly to search for survivors and recover the bodies of those who lost their lives.
Since the collapse, rescue teams have been working around the clock to search through the rubble and debris of the collapsed building.
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Despite the challenging circumstances, they have managed to rescue 29 people so far, including a man who miraculously survived after spending 116 hours under the rubble. Western Cape Provincial Premier Alan Winde expressed his relief, stating that it was a miracle they had all been hoping for.
As the rescue and recovery efforts continue into the second week, search teams are determined to comb through every part of the wrecked building. However, the chances of finding more survivors are diminishing.
The George municipality has implemented a plan to expedite the identification of the deceased and has called on relatives to come forward with accurate information.
Unfortunately, the process has faced some difficulties, and families have expressed frustration over the pace of identification.
In an effort to support those affected by this tragedy, the municipality has requested the assistance of psychologists fluent in Chewa, Portuguese, and Shona.
These languages are spoken in neighbouring Malawi, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe, respectively. The aim is to provide counselling services to those who may require it during this difficult time.
Speculation has surrounded the nationalities of the construction crew involved in the building collapse. South Africa, being the most industrialized nation on the continent, has long attracted migrants in search of employment opportunities.
Many of these individuals may not possess the correct documentation. However, authorities have refrained from commenting on this matter until a thorough inquiry can establish the facts.
The reason behind the collapse of the building, which had planning permission for 42 apartments, remains unknown.
An inquiry is currently underway to determine the cause of this tragic incident. It is crucial to understand what led to the collapse to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
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