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A real-time mock drill scenario on building collapse after the earthquake, at MG Marg today
Gangtok, September 12 (IPR): In continuation of the ongoing Incident Response system during the earthquake, earthquake-induced GLOF and another disaster at various locations under Gangtok District, disaster rescue operations updated on the building collapse at MG, Marg
The SAI and Army observers then reached the scene of the building collapse. The SAR (search and rescue) team headed by the SDRF (Sikkim Disaster Response Force) consisting of 23 members and 1 police inspector carried out the rescue mission.
Out of the victims, 8 sustained major injuries and 4 sustained minor injuries, while tragically, 2 individuals lost their lives. Those injured were immediately treated with first aid at the scene.
The evacuation process was completed at 12:15 hrs
The SAI and Army observers then reached the scene of the building collapse. The SAR (search and rescue) team headed by the SDRF (Sikkim Disaster Response Force) consisting of 23 members and 1 police inspector carried out the rescue mission.
Out of the victims, 8 sustained major injuries and 4 sustained minor injuries, while tragically, 2 individuals lost their lives. Those injured were immediately treated with first aid at the scene.
The evacuation process was completed at 12:15 hrs