Breaking News: Indonesian School Collapse Leaves Three Dead, Dozens Trapped
At least three people have been confirmed dead and 99 others hospitalized after a school building collapsed on students in East Java, Indonesia. The incident occurred on Monday when the two-storey Al Khoziny Islamic Boarding School gave way, trapping dozens of students and workers under the rubble.
Timeline of Events:
Monday: Students gathered for prayers at the Al Khoziny Islamic Boarding School in Sidoarjo, East Java.
3:00 PM local time: The two-storey building collapsed, burying students and workers under the debris.
Tuesday: Rescue efforts are underway with 38 people still trapped under the rubble.
Immediate Response:
Rescue teams are racing against time to pull out the survivors. Emergency services have been deployed to the scene, with medical teams treating injured students and workers. The disaster mitigation agency has confirmed that the building's unstable foundation was unable to support the weight of additional construction.
Background Context:
The Al Khoziny Islamic Boarding School is a private institution catering to students between 12 and 17 years old. The school had been undergoing renovations, with two more floors being added to the existing structure. However, officials have confirmed that the foundation was not designed to support the additional weight.
What Happens Next:
As rescue efforts continue, authorities are investigating the cause of the collapse. The disaster mitigation agency has promised a thorough investigation into the incident. Meanwhile, the community is coming together to provide support to the affected families and students. This tragedy highlights the importance of ensuring that buildings are constructed with safety in mind, particularly for educational institutions where children's lives depend on it.
*This story is developing. Information compiled from Bbc reporting.*
