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Rescue operations continue in George as death toll reaches 13

GEORGE - The death toll in the George apartment block collapse now stands at 13.

A survivor with multiple injuries has been airlifted to Groote Schuur Hospital for specialised care.

Health Minister Joe Phaahla visited some of those rescued from the rubble.

READ: HEALTH MINISTER APPLAUDS PRIVATE HOSPITALS FOR LENDING A HAND AFTER GEORGE BUILDING COLLAPSE

Search and rescue teams have not written the George operation off just yet.

More than a hundred hours have now passed since the collapse of the building on Monday afternoon.

The airspace overhead is now restricted, with only rescue drones cleared to fly.

  • eNCA's Kevin Brandt reports.

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