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nine-story building
Coverage of nine-story building in the Nexus archive.
- Deadly building collapse shocks Philippine city: ‘like an aeroplane landing’
A nine-story building under construction collapsed in Angeles City, Philippines, causing fatalities. James Bernardo, a food delivery worker, described hearing a sound like an airplane landing before witnessing pylons and power lines falling. The collapse occurred suddenly, transforming the structure into a twisted mass.
- Building under construction in the Philippines collapses, possibly trapping dozens
A nine-story building under construction in a city north of the Philippine capital collapsed early Sunday, with 22 workers escaping and others reported missing. Authorities are responding to the incident, which has raised concerns about construction safety.