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Over 90 people believed buried under rubble after Indonesia school collapse

Over 90 people believed buried under rubble after Indonesia school collapse

Summary

A school building collapsed in Indonesia, trapping at least 91 people under the rubble. Rescue workers are working to save survivors, with some still alive after nearly two days. Initial reports estimated fewer people trapped, but authorities revised the numbers.

Key Facts

  • At least 91 people are trapped under the rubble of a collapsed school in Indonesia.
  • The collapse occurred at Al Khoziny Islamic Boarding School in Sidoarjo, East Java.
  • Six people are confirmed alive under the debris, and rescue teams have provided them with food and water.
  • The collapse has resulted in at least three confirmed deaths and nearly 100 injuries.
  • Over 300 rescue workers are involved in the search and rescue efforts.
  • The collapse happened during prayers, mainly attended by teenage boys and school staff.
  • Unauthorized construction work on a higher floor likely caused the school's foundational pillars to fail.

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