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91 Boys Missing After Indonesian Boarding School Collapse

9/30/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The collapse of an Islamic boarding school in Sidoarjo, East Java, Indonesia, has left 91 teenage boys missing.
Three bodies have been recovered. 99 people survived.
Families search for missing relatives, with emotional scenes near survivor lists.
Officials say the foundations could not support upper floors, contributing to the disaster.

History

Historical Context

The 2006 earthquake in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, resulted in over 5,700 deaths, exposing the region's vulnerability to natural disasters. In response, the government enacted stricter building codes, yet many structures remain unsafe. The recent collapse of a boarding school in Sidoarjo, with 91 boys missing, highlights ongoing construction safety issues, prompting calls for improved regulatory enforcement and disaster preparedness.

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Story summary

The collapse of an Islamic boarding school in Sidoarjo, East Java, Indonesia, has left 91 teenage boys missing.
Three bodies have been recovered. 99 people survived.
Families search for missing relatives, with emotional scenes near survivor lists.
Officials say the foundations could not support upper floors, contributing to the disaster.

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