Civil Defense rescues two workers alive after collapse at cement factory in Santiago

Santiago. – Civil Defense personnel rescued two workers alive who were trapped during an internal collapse recorded in a cement factory in this province. The incident occurred around 1:40 in the morning in the hopper area, where a sinkhole occurred while employees were carrying out gypsum extraction work.

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The rescue units worked for several hours until they managed to get the two affected people out, who were released at 7:25 in the morning. After the rescue, both were transferred to a health center to receive medical attention. Authorities continue to investigate the causes of the collapse and assess the structure’s conditions to prevent further incidents.