In a tragic incident in Angeles City, Pampanga, Philippines, a nine-story building that was still under construction collapsed early Sunday morning, resulting in the death of a Malaysian national and leaving over 20 workers trapped under the rubble. The Bureau of Fire Protection's Fire Chief Superintendent Wilberto Rico Neil Kwan Tiu confirmed the fatality, stating the victim was a person with a disability residing in a nearby apartment. Rescue crews are engaged in delicate manual operations due to the unstable debris, with 26 individuals already rescued, including 24 from the collapsed building and two from the struck apartment. Public Works and Highways Secretary Vince Dizon, who inspected the site, highlighted the challenges posed by the unstable structure, which requires a cautious approach to rescue efforts. The Philippine Red Cross has also deployed teams to provide medical and psychosocial support to the affected. Investigators are looking into the cause of the collapse, particularly considering reports of heavy rains in the area the previous day. Mayor Carmelo Lazatin II has urged the building owner to cooperate with authorities to account for all workers involved in the project.