Deadly Cebu landfill collapse buries sanitation workers
Deadly Cebu landfill collapse buries sanitation workers
Rescuers race to reach dozens buried after a massive landfill landslide in Cebu City, as authorities probe the collapse and harsh weather hampered efforts.
A disaster struck at the Binaliw Landfill on the outskirts of Cebu City when a towering mound of trash suddenly collapsed, burying dozens of sanitation workers who were collecting waste at the site. Initial reports indicated several deaths and many more feared trapped as debris shifted underfoot. Rescue teams and volunteers worked through the night, grappling with extreme heat and unstable piles of rubbish.
The privately operated landfill is one of the area’s main dumping sites, serving Cebu and neighboring communities. Heavy rainfall and ground instability are being investigated as possible causes for the disaster, complicating access for responders.
Emergency crews used excavators and hand tools, while nearby hospitals prepared to receive victims and provide urgent care. Volunteers set up relief points to support families and workers affected by the collapse.
The tragedy has raised urgent questions about waste-management safety and worker protections in the region, as authorities continue the search for survivors and assess the site for future operations. The coming days are expected to bring more information as rescue efforts continue and officials review safety procedures at privately operated landfills.
