Philippines Building Collapse Leaves 21 Missing as Rescuers Hear Voices from Rubble The sudden collapse of a nine story building under construction in Angeles City, Philippines, has left at least 21 people missing, sparking a frantic rescue effort.
The incident occurred before dawn after a fierce thunderstorm. Rescuers are facing an unstable site, with concrete slabs and twisted iron bars scattered everywhere.
While authorities have yet to confirm any fatalities, some of those who managed to escape the rubble sustained injuries. Most of those missing are believed to be workers at the building.