[UPDATE] Miracle Rescue in George: Trapped Worker Pulled Alive After 118 Hours, Identified as Gabriel Guambe
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Published By: Everything ZA
GEORGE, South Africa – A glimmer of hope emerged from the devastation in George, South Africa, as rescue workers pulled a man alive from the ruins of a collapsed building after a staggering 118 hours.
The survivor, identified as 32-year-old Gabriel Guambe, was working as a tiler on the ill-fated multi-story building when it crumbled on Monday. The tragedy unfolded just minutes after workers returned from their lunch break, leaving 81 people trapped under the debris.
A relentless rescue operation has been ongoing for nearly five days, with hope dwindling for those still unaccounted for. However, on Saturday, the agonizing wait was punctuated by a moment of triumph. Rescue teams, meticulously clearing the wreckage, heard a voice from beneath a concrete block.
“We checked his vitals, everything so far is fine,” reported Nomafrench Mbombo, the provincial health MEC. “He was talking all the way throughout, telling us who he was, where he came from, and who he was with.”
Guambe’s miraculous rescue has reignited hope for the remaining 39 missing workers. Demolition crews and disaster management personnel, who have been working tirelessly side-by-side, are now fueled by a renewed sense of purpose. The successful extraction serves as a powerful testament to their unwavering dedication and the enduring human spirit.
The search for survivors continues with relentless urgency. Every minute holds the potential for another miracle, and the entire nation waits with bated breath for further updates from George.
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