Building under construction collapses in Philippines; over 20 trapped under debris

Rescuers established contact with two people. PIC/AFP

More than 20 people were trapped under the rubble of a building under construction in the Philippines that collapsed on Sunday.

Five people were confirmed trapped, including two in contact with rescuers, and 18 more were feared under the rubble.

"We have 18 names from the list of construction workers on duty, bringing the number of those trapped to 23," said an official.

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