GEORGE NEWS - Western Cape Premier Alan Winde and some of his relevant provincial ministers are being briefed about the disastrous collapse of a building under construction in Victoria Street, George this afternoon at 14:09.
In a statement Premier Winde said all the necessary support has been offered to emergency personnel to expedite their response.
"At the moment, officials are focused on saving lives. This is our top priority at this stage.”
The Western Cape Government is sending personnel support as well as emergency response support.
The Premier is receiving ongoing updates on the situation.
He has urged the public to allow emergency services officials the carry out their duties and to not put their own lives at risk by travelling to the site.
George Municipality has promised to issue an update at 18:00.
Meanwhile the municipality has opened the foyer of the main municipal hall to accommodate family members of the construction team who were onsite at the time of the incident. The municipality will provided the relatives with the necessary assistance and support.
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