George building collapse | Teams scramble to rescue dozens trapped under rubble

GEORGE - Disaster teams are scrambling to rescue those trapped in a collapsed George building.

Five people have been killed in the tragedy.

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The multi-storey building which was under construction collapsed on Monday.

The municipality says around 75 workers were on site at the time.

We understand Gift of the Givers has sent sniffer dogs overnight to help with search efforts.