Rescue teams remain on the ground in Angeles City after the collapse of a nine-story building under construction in Barangay Balibago. Local authorities have activated a multi-agency response as search and rescue operations continue. This live blog provides real-time updates on the incident, rescue efforts, official announcements, and developments from the scene.
National Officials Join Ongoing Rescue Efforts at Angeles City Collapse Site
ANGELES CITY, Pampanga — Search and rescue operations continued Sunday at the site of a collapsed building under construction along Teodoro Street in Barangay Balibago, with local and national authorities coordinating efforts under the city’s Unified Command System.
Angeles City Mayor Carmelo ‘Jon’ Lazatin II is overseeing the response as the Responsible Officer of the Incident Command System, leading coordination among government agencies and emergency responders involved in the operation.
The Bureau of Fire Protection remains at the forefront of search, rescue and retrieval efforts, working alongside other emergency response units deployed to the scene.
National government officials also arrived in Angeles City to assess the situation and coordinate with local authorities. Among those who visited the site were Vince Dizon and Nicolas Torre III, who received updates on the ongoing operations and the response efforts being undertaken by various agencies.
Authorities have not yet announced when rescue operations will conclude, as responders continue to assess the area and search for any individuals who may still be affected by the collapse.
Officials continue to urge the public to avoid the vicinity of the incident to allow emergency personnel to carry out their work safely and efficiently.
More Than 20 Feared Trapped After 9-Story Angeles City Building Collapses
Search and rescue operations are underway after a nine-story building collapsed on Sunday, leaving more than 20 people—mostly construction workers—believed to be trapped beneath the rubble.
Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon, who inspected the site following a direct order from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., confirmed that emergency teams have detected signs of life beneath the debris.
“Our priority is to get the trapped victims out,” Dizon told reporters at the scene.
Due to the unstable condition of the structure, first responders are carefully clearing the wreckage by hand to avoid shifting the debris and endangering those trapped inside.
Local authorities and medical teams have established a command post nearby as the community awaits further updates on the rescue efforts.
First Fatality Confirmed as Rescuers Clear Debris in Pampanga Building Collapse
A Malaysian national has died after becoming trapped inside an apartelle adjacent to Sunday’s catastrophic nine-story building collapse, local emergency officials confirmed.
The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) stated that rescue teams have successfully recovered the victim’s remains from the neighboring structure, which was severely impacted by the nearby cave-in.
Meanwhile, the race against time continues next door as first responders manually clear tons of concrete and twisted metal. Search and rescue operations remain underway for more than 20 other individuals who are still feared trapped deep beneath the rubble.
26 Rescued as Overnight Search Continues in Angeles City Collapse
Search and rescue efforts are continuing around the clock at the site of the collapsed building under construction on Teodoro Street in Barangay Balibago, Angeles City.
Here are the latest developments from the ground:
- Massive Response Deployment: The Angeles City local government unit (LGU) has teamed up with rescue squads from neighboring towns, provincial offices, and national agencies to bolster the ongoing nighttime operations.
- Specialized Gear Deployed: Responders are utilizing advanced clearing and retrieval tools. This includes Environmental Management System (EMS) equipment specifically designed to detect, cut, and clear heavy metal debris safely.
- Medical Teams on Standby: A fleet of ambulances and trauma response units remain stationed at the perimeter, ready to provide immediate medical stabilization the moment anyone else is pulled from the wreckage.
- 26 Rescued So Far: According to the latest official tally from the Angeles City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (ACDRRMO), 26 individuals have been successfully rescued from the site.
- On-Site Command: Angeles City Mayor Carmelo “Jon” Lazatin II remains at the scene to personally oversee the coordination between various rescue units and to ensure responders have the logistical support they need through the night.
⚠️ PUBLIC NOTICE: Authorities are strongly advising the public to stay away from Teodoro Street and the immediate Balibago area to keep the roads clear for emergency vehicles. Please rely only on official advisories for updates.
Death Toll Rises to 4; 17 Workers Still Missing as Daytime Searches Continue
The death toll from Sunday’s catastrophic building collapse on Teodoro Street has officially risen to four, local emergency officials confirmed Monday morning.
Here is the latest verified data from the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) as of 10:00 AM:
| Status | Count | Details |
| Confirmed Fatalities | 4 | Includes one Malaysian national retrieved from an adjacent property. |
| Rescued / Extricated | 26 | Pulled from the wreckage over the last 24 hours of continuous operations. |
| Still Missing | 17 | The majority are identified as construction workers on the shift. |
The Latest Developments:
- Foreign National Among Victims: Authorities confirmed that a Malaysian tourist is among the four dead. The victim became trapped inside a neighboring apartelle that was heavily damaged when the nine-story under-construction structure caved in next door.
- The Search Grid: BFP and local rescue units are now shifting through the core of the debris. The search remains incredibly meticulous as teams look for the 17 individuals still unaccounted for, balancing the use of heavy equipment with careful manual excavation to preserve potential pockets of survival.
⚠️ Editor’s Note: Structural engineers are currently on-site assessing the stability of the remaining adjacent walls to ensure the safety of the rescue crews moving deeper into the wreckage.
Rescued Dog Emerges from Rubble During Balibago Building Collapse Operations
ANGELES CITY, Pampanga — Amid ongoing search and rescue operations at the site of a collapsed building under construction in Barangay Balibago, responders successfully rescued a dog that was found alive beneath the debris.
According to reports from the construction site, the dog unexpectedly emerged from the rubble while rescue teams were conducting operations. Personnel immediately secured the animal and placed it under the care of rescuers to ensure its safety.
Authorities said the dog will undergo a thorough medical examination under the supervision of the Angeles City Veterinary Office to assess its condition following the incident.
The rescue comes as emergency teams continue their efforts at the collapse site, where operations remain focused on locating and assisting anyone who may still be affected by the disaster.
Photos: Bureau of Fire Protection Central Luzon and other contributors
After Days Of Searching, Angeles City Crews Move From Rescue To Retrieval
ANGELES CITY, Pampanga — The Unified Command System (UCS) officially terminated search and rescue operations Monday night following the collapse of a building in Angeles City, local authorities announced.
In a statement released by the Angeles City government, operations at the collapse site formally shifted at 8:27 p.m. on May 25 after the Incident Command System (ICS) conducted a final assessment of the area.
According to authorities, repeated evaluations using a Life Locator device operated by a team from the Pasig City Local Government Unit detected no further signs of life within the affected structure.
With this development, the UCS said operations will transition Tuesday morning from search and rescue efforts to retrieval and clearing operations.
Despite the operational shift, Angeles City Mayor Carmelo “Jon” Lazatin II directed all retrieval teams to ensure that the remains of victims are handled properly, with dignity and utmost respect throughout the recovery process.
Officials also discussed the initial Incident Action Plan (IAP) during an evening briefing, outlining the next phase of operations at the site.
