The death toll from the George building collapse has risen to 12 after three more bodies were discovered on Friday morning. 41 people remain unaccounted for.
Rescue Efforts Continue
Rescue teams are still working to retrieve dozens of construction workers trapped under the rubble. Western Cape Disaster Management says it remains in rescue mode, despite the increasing death toll.
Investigations Underway
The cause of the construction site disaster is yet to be determined, but local and national officials have vowed thorough investigations. The provincial government has appointed a structural engineering firm to determine the cause of the collapse and who is responsible
Premier Offers Condolences
Western Cape premier Alan Winde has offered his condolences to families of the victims and called for investigations into the cause of the collapse. President Cyril Ramaphosa has also released a statement offering his condolences to families of the victims.
