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Angeles City Collapse Traps 19, 24 Rescued, Equipment Needed

5/24/2026

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Rescue crews in Angeles City are using equipment to clear debris from the building that collapsed early Sunday.
Officials received the collapse report at about 3:00 am local time, city information officer Jay Pelayo said.
Nineteen people are feared trapped inside the unfinished structure.
Authorities report that 24 people, including two hotel guests, were rescued in stable condition.
Authorities say rescuers need additional equipment to lift large concrete sections.

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Rescue crews in Angeles City are using equipment to clear debris from the building that collapsed early Sunday.
Officials received the collapse report at about 3:00 am local time, city information officer Jay Pelayo said.
Nineteen people are feared trapped inside the unfinished structure.
Authorities report that 24 people, including two hotel guests, were rescued in stable condition.
Authorities say rescuers need additional equipment to lift large concrete sections.