The death toll from the collapse of a school building in Indonesia has risen to eight, authorities confirmed on Friday, as rescue operations continued amid fading hopes of finding more survivors.The incident, which occurred earlier this week, left dozens of students and staff trapped under the rubble.
Rescue teams, including emergency workers, police, and volunteers, have been working around the clock to clear debris and search for victims.Officials said no signs of life had been detected in the ruins for days, raising fears that the number of casualties could rise further. Heavy machinery has been deployed to assist in lifting concrete slabs, while families of the missing have kept vigil near the site, waiting anxiously for news.Local authorities are investigating the cause of the collapse, with early reports suggesting structural weaknesses may have played a role.
The government has promised a full inquiry and pledged support to the families of those killed and injured.Indonesia, which frequently suffers building failures due to poor construction standards and lax enforcement of safety regulations, has seen several deadly incidents in recent years.“This is a heartbreaking tragedy for the community,” an official said. “We are doing everything possible to ensure those still trapped are recovered.”