Rescue operations at the site of a collapsed Islamic boarding school in Indonesia’s Java island officially ended on Tuesday (Oct 7), with authorities confirming 67 deaths after nine days of continuous efforts. The multi-storey school building in Depok, West Java, crumbled on September 29 while more than 170 students were gathered inside for afternoon prayers. Search teams from Indonesia’s National Search and Rescue Agency (Basarnas) have worked around the clock, sifting through debris and mud to locate survivors.<h2>Rescue called off</h2>Speaking at a press conference, Basarnas chief Mohammad Syafii on Tuesday said, "Entering the 9th day, we have concluded the search and rescue operation for the victims". &nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-living-nostradamus-warns-of-imminent-crisis-makes-chilling-prophecy-about-trump-s-plans-for-us-military-1759738646707">‘Living Nostradamus’ warns of 'imminent crisis,' makes chilling prophecy about Trump's plans for US military</a>His colleague, operations director Yudhi Bramantyo, confirmed that rescuers had cleared all remaining rubble and thoroughly checked the surrounding area before calling off the mission. "The total number of victims evacuated is 171, with 67 people dead, including eight body parts, and 104 people survived," he said.<h2>Deadliest disaster this year</h2>Officials from the national disaster agency (BNPB), as per AFP, have described the collapse as Indonesia’s deadliest disaster so far this year. Deputy head Budi Irawan said it was "very unlikely there are still bodies there." So far, police have been able to identify only 17 of the victims through the Disaster Victim Identification unit.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-threatens-to-bomb-iran-again-says-us-won-t-wait-so-long-this-time-watch-1759718545235">Trump threatens to bomb Iran again, says US ‘won’t wait so long this time’. Watch!</a><h2>How the collapse happened</h2>Authorities have not confirmed the cause of the collapse, but early investigations point to possible construction flaws and poor maintenance. Police say the students were performing afternoon prayers at the Al Khoziny Islamic Boarding School in Sidoarjo, East Java, in a building undergoing unauthorised expansion when it suddenly collapsed. While the female students praying in another section of the building reportedly escaped unharmed, the victims of the tragedy are mostly boys aged 12 to 17, studying in grades seven to eleven. Local officials have vowed to launch a full inquiry once rescue efforts conclude.&nbsp;

Rescue operations at a collapsed Islamic boarding school in Depok, West Java, ended Tuesday (Oct 7), confirming 67 deaths and 104 survivors.

Rescue operations at the site of a collapsed Islamic boarding school in Indonesia’s Java island officially ended on Tuesday (Oct 7), with authorities confirming 67 deaths after nine days of continuous efforts. The multi-storey school building in Depok, West Java, crumbled on September 29 while more than 170 students were gathered inside for afternoon prayers. Search teams from Indonesia’s National Search and Rescue Agency (Basarnas) have worked around the clock, sifting through debris and mud to locate survivors. Rescue called off Speaking at a press conference, Basarnas chief Mohammad Syafii on Tuesday said, "Entering the 9th day, we have concluded the search and rescue operation for the victims". Also read | ‘Living Nostradamus’ warns of 'imminent crisis,' makes chilling prophecy about Trump's plans for US military His colleague, operations director Yudhi Bramantyo, confirmed that rescuers had cleared all remaining rubble and thoroughly checked the surrounding area before calling off the mission. "The total number of victims evacuated is 171, with 67 people dead, including eight body parts, and 104 people survived," he said. Deadliest disaster this year Officials from the national disaster agency (BNPB), as per AFP, have described the collapse as Indonesia’s deadliest disaster so far this year. Deputy head Budi Irawan said it was "very unlikely there are still bodies there." So far, police have been able to identify only 17 of the victims through the Disaster Victim Identification unit. Also read | Trump threatens to bomb Iran again, says US ‘won’t wait so long this time’. Watch! How the collapse happened Authorities have not confirmed the cause of the collapse, but early investigations point to possible construction flaws and poor maintenance. Police say the students were performing afternoon prayers at the Al Khoziny Islamic Boarding School in Sidoarjo, East Java, in a building undergoing unauthorised expansion when it suddenly collapsed. While the female students praying in another section of the building reportedly escaped unharmed, the victims of the tragedy are mostly boys aged 12 to 17, studying in grades seven to eleven. Local officials have vowed to launch a full inquiry once rescue efforts conclude.

Rescue operations at a collapsed Islamic boarding school in Depok, West Java, ended Tuesday (Oct 7), confirming 67 deaths and 104 survivors.

Indonesia school collapse: Rescue ends after nine days with 67 dead, 104 survivors

The death toll from the collapse of a boarding school in Indonesia rose to 45 on Sunday (Oct 5), officials said, as rescuers continued to search through piles of rubble for dozens still missing. “According to our calculation, the total number of victims we have evacuated is 149, with 45 reported dead ... and 104 survivors,” said Yudhi Bramantyo, operations director at the National Search and Rescue Agency (Basarnas). Earlier, he added that 26 people remain unaccounted for. The multi-storey school building, located in West Sumatra province, suddenly gave way on Monday afternoon as students were gathering for prayers. The collapse was so violent that it sent tremors through nearby homes, according to residents.<h2>Rescue efforts continue 6 days later</h2>Rescue teams have been working around the clock, often by hand, to remove debris before bringing in heavy machinery over the weekend. The use of excavators had been delayed earlier in the week out of concern that vibrations might cause further collapses, but families of the missing agreed to proceed once the 72-hour “golden period” for survival had passed.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-school-collapse-59-students-still-trapped-under-rubble-rescue-efforts-intensify-1759369041057">Indonesia school collapse: Three days on, 59 students still trapped under rubble</a>The debris removal is now concentrated on the northern section of the site, an area believed to contain several classrooms. “The evacuation process is still ongoing. Debris removal is focused to the north side in an area not integrated with the main structure,” Bramantyo said on Saturday.The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) chief added that rescuers were racing against time and weather, using sniffer dogs and excavators to reach buried victims. The rescue effort has been hampered by aftershocks from a nearby earthquake earlier in the week, which briefly halted operations.<h2>How the collapse happened</h2>Authorities have not confirmed the cause of the collapse, but early investigations point to possible construction flaws and poor maintenance. Police say the students were performing afternoon prayers at the Al Khoziny Islamic Boarding School in Sidoarjo, East Java, in a building undergoing unauthorised expansion when it suddenly collapsed. While the female students praying in another section of the building reportedly escaped unharmed, the victims of the tragedy are mostly boys aged 12 to 17, studying in grades seven to eleven. Local officials have vowed to launch a full inquiry once rescue efforts conclude.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-israel-agreed-to-withdrawal-line-ceasefire-to-follow-once-hamas-confirms-1759631344689">Trump says Israel agreed to ‘withdrawal line,’ ceasefire to follow once Hamas confirms</a>

The death toll from Indonesia’s boarding school collapse has gone up to 37 on Sunday, with 26 still missing. Rescuers are racing against time, using sniffer dogs and excavators to reach victims buried under rubble.

The death toll from the collapse of a boarding school in Indonesia rose to 45 on Sunday (Oct 5), officials said, as rescuers continued to search through piles of rubble for dozens still missing. “According to our calculation, the total number of victims we have evacuated is 149, with 45 reported dead ... and 104 survivors,” said Yudhi Bramantyo, operations director at the National Search and Rescue Agency (Basarnas). Earlier, he added that 26 people remain unaccounted for. The multi-storey school building, located in West Sumatra province, suddenly gave way on Monday afternoon as students were gathering for prayers. The collapse was so violent that it sent tremors through nearby homes, according to residents. Rescue efforts continue 6 days later Rescue teams have been working around the clock, often by hand, to remove debris before bringing in heavy machinery over the weekend. The use of excavators had been delayed earlier in the week out of concern that vibrations might cause further collapses, but families of the missing agreed to proceed once the 72-hour “golden period” for survival had passed. Also read | Indonesia school collapse: Three days on, 59 students still trapped under rubble The debris removal is now concentrated on the northern section of the site, an area believed to contain several classrooms. “The evacuation process is still ongoing. Debris removal is focused to the north side in an area not integrated with the main structure,” Bramantyo said on Saturday. The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) chief added that rescuers were racing against time and weather, using sniffer dogs and excavators to reach buried victims. The rescue effort has been hampered by aftershocks from a nearby earthquake earlier in the week, which briefly halted operations. How the collapse happened Authorities have not confirmed the cause of the collapse, but early investigations point to possible construction flaws and poor maintenance. Police say the students were performing afternoon prayers at the Al Khoziny Islamic Boarding School in Sidoarjo, East Java, in a building undergoing unauthorised expansion when it suddenly collapsed. While the female students praying in another section of the building reportedly escaped unharmed, the victims of the tragedy are mostly boys aged 12 to 17, studying in grades seven to eleven. Local officials have vowed to launch a full inquiry once rescue efforts conclude. Also read | Trump says Israel agreed to ‘withdrawal line,’ ceasefire to follow once Hamas confirms

The death toll from Indonesia’s boarding school collapse has gone up to 45 on Sunday, with 26 still missing. Rescuers are racing against time, using sniffer dogs and excavators to reach victims buried under rubble.

Indonesia school collapse death toll rises to 45, dozens of students still trapped under rubble

At least 59 students remain trapped under the ruins of a collapsed boarding school on Indonesia’s main island of Java, officials said Thursday (Oct 2), as desperate parents called for faster rescue efforts. The four-storey building gave way on Monday (Sep 29) as students gathered for afternoon prayers, killing at least five people. On Wednesday (Oct 1) rescue workers pulled five survivors from the wreckage, but dozens are still unaccounted for. The death toll could increase with dozens still trapped under the rubble.<h2>59 still trapped three days later</h2>In a statement, Abdul Muhari, spokesman for the National Disaster and Mitigation Agency, said that “Data updated Wednesday at 11:00 pm (1600 GMT) indicates that 59 people are still trapped under the rubble”. He added the figure could change as survivors come forward. Muhari revealed that the figure was based on the attendance list released by the boarding school.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/philippines-quake-kills-over-50-topples-historic-church-in-cebu-in-pics-1759299073687">Philippines quake kills over 50, topples historic church in Cebu | In Pics</a><h2>How the collapse happened</h2>Police say the students were performing afternoon prayers at the Al Khoziny Islamic Boarding School in Sidoarjo, East Java, in a building undergoing unauthorised expansion when it suddenly collapsed. While the female students praying in another section of the building reportedly escaped unharmed, the victims of the tragedy are mostly boys aged 12 to 17, studying in grades seven to eleven. Residents, teachers, and administrators helped evacuate injured students, many of whom suffered head injuries and broken bones.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-school-collapse-91-students-still-trapped-under-rubble-1759293256276">Indonesia school collapse: 91 students still trapped under rubble</a>Authorities are investigating the cause of the collapse. Provincial police spokesperson Jules Abraham Abast said the old prayer hall was originally two stories, but two additional floors were being added without a permit, likely contributing to the disaster.Heavy concrete slabs and unstable parts of the building have hindered the search, with rescuers avoiding heavy machinery due to fears it could trigger further collapses. Several hundred personnel, equipped with breathing apparatus, extrication tools, and medical support, are involved in the ongoing rescue operation, according to an AP report.

At least 59 students, most of them boys aged 12–17, are still trapped under the rubble of a collapsed boarding school in East Java, Indonesia, three days after the tragedy killed five.

At least 59 students remain trapped under the ruins of a collapsed boarding school on Indonesia’s main island of Java, officials said Thursday (Oct 2), as desperate parents called for faster rescue efforts. The four-storey building gave way on Monday (Sep 29) as students gathered for afternoon prayers, killing at least five people. On Wednesday (Oct 1) rescue workers pulled five survivors from the wreckage, but dozens are still unaccounted for. The death toll could increase with dozens still trapped under the rubble. 59 still trapped three days later In a statement, Abdul Muhari, spokesman for the National Disaster and Mitigation Agency, said that “Data updated Wednesday at 11:00 pm (1600 GMT) indicates that 59 people are still trapped under the rubble”. He added the figure could change as survivors come forward. Muhari revealed that the figure was based on the attendance list released by the boarding school. Also read | Philippines quake kills over 50, topples historic church in Cebu | In Pics How the collapse happened Police say the students were performing afternoon prayers at the Al Khoziny Islamic Boarding School in Sidoarjo, East Java, in a building undergoing unauthorised expansion when it suddenly collapsed. While the female students praying in another section of the building reportedly escaped unharmed, the victims of the tragedy are mostly boys aged 12 to 17, studying in grades seven to eleven. Residents, teachers, and administrators helped evacuate injured students, many of whom suffered head injuries and broken bones. Also read | Indonesia school collapse: 91 students still trapped under rubble Authorities are investigating the cause of the collapse. Provincial police spokesperson Jules Abraham Abast said the old prayer hall was originally two stories, but two additional floors were being added without a permit, likely contributing to the disaster. Heavy concrete slabs and unstable parts of the building have hindered the search, with rescuers avoiding heavy machinery due to fears it could trigger further collapses. Several hundred personnel, equipped with breathing apparatus, extrication tools, and medical support, are involved in the ongoing rescue operation, according to an AP report.

At least 59 students, most of them boys aged 12–17, are still trapped under the rubble of a collapsed boarding school in East Java, Indonesia, three days after the tragedy killed five.

Indonesia school collapse: Three days on, 59 students still trapped under rubble

Around 91 young students are believed to be still trapped under the ruins of a collapsed school on Indonesia's main island of Java, National Disaster and Mitigation Agency spokesperson Abdul Muhari said on Tuesday (Sep 30). In a statement released late at night, Muhari revealed that the figure was based on student attendance data. Earlier in the day, officials said that at least three people had been killed, and 99 others were hospitalised, some of them with critical injuries. They further warned that the death toll could increase with dozens still trapped under the rubble.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-school-collapse-at-least-one-dead-dozens-injured-65-students-feared-trapped-under-rubble-1759202686916">Indonesia school collapse: At least one dead, dozens injured; 65 students feared trapped under rubble</a><h2>Over 90 students trapped</h2>According to National Disaster and Mitigation Agency spokesperson Abdul Muhari, "Based on student attendance data, 91 people are suspected to be buried under building materials."&nbsp;<h2>How the collapse happened</h2>Police say the students were performing afternoon prayers at the Al Khoziny Islamic Boarding School in Sidoarjo, East Java, in a building undergoing unauthorised expansion when it suddenly collapsed. &nbsp;While the female students praying in another section of the building reportedly escaped unharmed, the victims of the tragedy are mostly boys aged 12 to 17, studying in grades seven to eleven. Residents, teachers, and administrators helped evacuate injured students, many of whom suffered head injuries and broken bones.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-people-buried-under-rubble-philippines-quake-death-toll-rises-to-26-over-147-injured-rescuers-search-for-survivors-1759279794615">‘People buried under rubble’: Philippines quake death toll rises to 26, over 147 injured; rescuers search for survivors</a>Authorities are investigating the cause of the collapse. Provincial police spokesperson Jules Abraham Abast said the old prayer hall was originally two stories, but two additional floors were being added without a permit, likely contributing to the disaster.Heavy concrete slabs and unstable parts of the building have hindered the search, with rescuers avoiding heavy machinery due to fears it could trigger further collapses. Several hundred personnel, equipped with breathing apparatus, extrication tools, and medical support, are involved in the ongoing rescue operation, according to an AP report.

91 students are still feared trapped under the rubble after a school building collapsed in East Java, Indonesia. At least three students have died and 99 were injured in the tragedy. Rescue teams are working amid fears the death toll could rise. 

Around 91 young students are believed to be still trapped under the ruins of a collapsed school on Indonesia's main island of Java, National Disaster and Mitigation Agency spokesperson Abdul Muhari said on Tuesday (Sep 30). In a statement released late at night, Muhari revealed that the figure was based on student attendance data. Earlier in the day, officials said that at least three people had been killed, and 99 others were hospitalised, some of them with critical injuries. They further warned that the death toll could increase with dozens still trapped under the rubble. Also read | Indonesia school collapse: At least one dead, dozens injured; 65 students feared trapped under rubble Over 90 students trapped According to National Disaster and Mitigation Agency spokesperson Abdul Muhari, "Based on student attendance data, 91 people are suspected to be buried under building materials." How the collapse happened Police say the students were performing afternoon prayers at the Al Khoziny Islamic Boarding School in Sidoarjo, East Java, in a building undergoing unauthorised expansion when it suddenly collapsed. While the female students praying in another section of the building reportedly escaped unharmed, the victims of the tragedy are mostly boys aged 12 to 17, studying in grades seven to eleven. Residents, teachers, and administrators helped evacuate injured students, many of whom suffered head injuries and broken bones. Also read | ‘People buried under rubble’: Philippines quake death toll rises to 26, over 147 injured; rescuers search for survivors Authorities are investigating the cause of the collapse. Provincial police spokesperson Jules Abraham Abast said the old prayer hall was originally two stories, but two additional floors were being added without a permit, likely contributing to the disaster. Heavy concrete slabs and unstable parts of the building have hindered the search, with rescuers avoiding heavy machinery due to fears it could trigger further collapses. Several hundred personnel, equipped with breathing apparatus, extrication tools, and medical support, are involved in the ongoing rescue operation, according to an AP report.

91 students are still feared trapped under the rubble after a school building collapsed in East Java, Indonesia. At least three students have died and 99 were injured in the tragedy. Rescue teams are working amid fears the death toll could rise.&nbsp;

Indonesia school collapse: 91 students still trapped under rubble

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Indonesia school collapse: 91 students still trapped under rubble