38 missing after rubbish falls on workers in Philippines

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38 missing after rubbish falls on workers in Philippines

38 people are missing after an avalanche of rubbish fell onto workers at a landfill in the Philippines, killing one and injuring at least 12 more.

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Over a dozen people were pulled from the heap overnight as rescuers searched through the mountain of debris in the city of Cebu.

Rubbish dumps have prompted health concerns across the country, with poorer residents frequently scavenging for junk and leftover food.

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Date: January 9, 2026