Three dead and dozens trapped under rubble after Indonesia school collapse
Independent2 days
This tragic collapse at Al Khoziny Islamic Boarding School shows how unauthorized construction killed innocent students during prayers. The old foundation couldn't support two additional floors built without permits, causing the structure to fail during concrete pouring. Rescue workers heroically dug through debris all night, providing oxygen and water to trapped survivors while families anxiously waited.
Indonesia's lax construction standards and widespread practice of building without proper oversight created this preventable disaster. The country routinely allows partially completed structures with owners adding floors later when budgets permit, creating dangerous situations. Stricter safety standards and better construction oversight are desperately needed to prevent more tragedies.
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