Summary
Rescuers are attempting to find survivors in the rubble of a collapsed school in Sidoarjo, Indonesia, where 59 people are missing. The building, an Islamic boarding school, collapsed on Monday, killing at least five and injuring about 100 others. Despite efforts using thermal drones, no signs of life have been detected, and heavy equipment will now be used to remove debris.
Key Facts
- A school in Sidoarjo, Indonesia, collapsed, trapping 59 people.
- At least five students died and about 100 were injured in the incident.
- Rescuers used thermal drones but found no signs of life.
- Heavy equipment will be used to move the concrete debris.
- Thirteen people have been rescued, with two dying later in the hospital.
- The building's structure was unstable due to additional floors being added.
- The school had no permits to add extra floors, which may have caused the collapse.
- Rescue efforts have been challenging due to the building's instability.