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Swift Rescue Efforts Underway in Plateau School Building Collapse
The Plateau State Government has expressed heartfelt condolences following the collapse of a school building in Jos on Friday. Despite the tragic event, the response from emergency services and the community has been commendable.
The unfortunate incident at Saint Academy, located in the Busa Buji community, resulted in the loss of 17 lives, with over 120 people initially trapped. The school building collapsed at approximately 8:30 am while students and teachers were in their classes.
The swift action by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), Red Cross, and security agencies has been instrumental in rescuing many trapped individuals and transporting them to hospitals for immediate medical attention.
In a statement, the state Commissioner for Information, Musa Ashoms, emphasized the government’s deep sadness over the incident. However, he also highlighted the importance of adhering to safety standards to prevent such tragedies in the future. The government is urging all schools to comply with Executive Order 003 to ensure the safety of students and staff.
Hospitals in Jos have been directed to prioritize the treatment of the injured without any need for documentation or payment. The Commissioner of Health has mobilized all major hospitals in the area to attend to the victims promptly.
The rescue operation, led by SEMA’s Executive Secretary Sunday Àbdu, has been ongoing with significant progress. As of now, many individuals have been successfully evacuated and are receiving medical care. The rescue mission has demonstrated the resilience and dedication of the emergency services and the community in times of crisis.
This incident serves as a crucial reminder of the importance of maintaining strict safety standards in building structures. The government is committed to taking all necessary measures to prevent future occurrences and ensure the well-being of its citizens.
The collective efforts and quick response from the community and emergency services offer hope and reassurance during this challenging time.
In a devastating incident in eastern India, at least 46 people, including 37 children and seven women, have drowned while celebrating the Hindu Jivitputrika festival. The fatalities, which occurred across 15 districts within the past 24 hours, resulted from victims ritually bathing in rivers and ponds swollen by recent flooding.
The three-day festival, which honors children’s wellbeing, is traditionally marked by mothers fasting and families participating in ritual baths. This year, the swollen water bodies, exacerbated by recent floods, have turned the celebratory ritual into a deadly disaster.
Local disaster management officials have expressed fears that the death toll could rise further. State authorities have promised compensation for the families and relatives of the victims.
Fatal accidents during religious festivals are not uncommon in India, where large gatherings often take place with insufficient safety measures. This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by such gatherings, especially during adverse weather conditions.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have conducted airstrikes in Beirut, reportedly killing Mohammad Hussein Surur, a senior Hezbollah air unit leader. The Lebanese health ministry confirmed two deaths and 15 injuries from the attack. The strikes come amid escalating violence between Israel and Hezbollah, with both sides exchanging fire throughout the night and into the morning.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the IDF would continue to fight “with full force” against Hezbollah, aiming to dismantle the Iran-backed militant group. This marks a significant intensification of hostilities between the two sides, which have been exchanging rockets and airstrikes for days. The Lebanese health ministry also reported that 28 people were killed today by Israeli airstrikes.
In retaliation, Hezbollah launched 80 missiles targeting northern Israeli cities, including Safed. Israeli authorities have reported no casualties but noted significant property damage in Safed and Rosh Pina.
Amid the intensifying conflict, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin renewed calls for a diplomatic solution. The U.S., along with 11 other allied nations, has urged both Israel and Hezbollah to agree to a ceasefire to prevent further escalation and civilian casualties.
Ferry travel between the Isle of Man and Lancashire continues to face disruption due to strong winds over the Irish Sea. The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company has cancelled Thursday’s 08:45 BST sailing of the Manxman to Heysham and its scheduled 14:15 return journey. This follows the cancellation of the vessel’s return trip from the Lancashire port on Wednesday evening.
The disruptions have affected postal services, with the Isle of Man Post Office reporting delays in deliveries from the UK. While local deliveries within the island remain unaffected, items posted on Wednesday for UK delivery may not reach Royal Mail’s network in time for Friday delivery.
Additionally, the ferry cancellations have caused a delay in newspaper deliveries, with no papers available on the island on Thursday, as confirmed by the island’s wholesale distributor.
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