George Building Collapse: Death Toll Hits 8, Municipality Vows To Press On With Rescue Operations

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After 55 hours, the George Municipality’s emergency teams were adamant that they would continue rescue efforts overnight to find the 38 unaccounted-for workers.

The municipality confirmed that 38 people out of the 75 who were on site when tragedy struck remained unaccounted for

Rescue teams have shifted gears and set up concrete breakers and more trucks to remove the debris and free the remaining workers.After a gruelling 55 hours, the George Municipality’s emergency teams are adamant that they will continue rescue efforts overnight.Rescue teams shifted gears and set up concrete breakers and more trucks to remove the debris to free the remaining workers.in charge of the construction project as Neo Trend ICE Projects.

"The Minister said this incident sparked a call to action for organisations to reevaluate their health and safety protocols and practices. Zulu family has the last say over who is king regardless of what will says according to Prof Bheki Mngomezulu

 

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