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Death toll in Philippines landfill collapse hits 4, dozens still trapped

Death toll in Philippines landfill collapse hits 4, dozens still trapped

Summary

A landfill collapse in Cebu, Philippines, resulted in four deaths, with dozens still missing. Rescue operations are ongoing to find the missing workers among the debris.

Key Facts

  • The incident occurred at the Binaliw landfill in Cebu, Philippines.
  • A total of 110 workers were present at the landfill when it collapsed.
  • Four people have died, including an engineer and a female office worker.
  • Twelve injured individuals have been hospitalized.
  • At least 36 workers are still missing after the collapse.
  • Rescuers, including police and firefighters, are working to find survivors.
  • Safety concerns remain due to unstable debris and potential hazards, such as acetylene gas.
  • The cause of the collapse is currently unknown, as it happened unexpectedly.
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