George building collapse: Death toll rises to 12

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The Western Cape government has confirmed the death toll regarding the George building collapse has risen to 12.

A trench digger is used during search and rescue operations at the Neo Victoria apartment building in Victoria Street in George on 9 May 2024. Picture: Gallo Images/Die Burger/Jaco Maraisbuilding collapse has risen to 12.The multi-storey building located at Victoria Street, George, was under construction when it collapsed on Monday afternoon.

This made the authorities uncertain about the number of people who were on site at the time of the accident. Otto revealed that at some point 193 people from various government departments were part of the rescue response.

 

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