25/05/2026
The collapse of the 9-storey building in Angeles City has now claimed four lives, while 17 individuals remain missing, according to the Bureau of Fire Protection Central Luzon. Rescue operations continue as authorities search through the debris for those still unaccounted for.
This tragedy is a painful reminder that structural integrity, proper testing, and strict adherence to engineering standards are not just technical requirements β they are responsibilities that protect lives.
As our communities continue to grow and infrastructure continues to rise, safety, accountability, and quality must always remain at the forefront of every project. Because beyond every structure are the people who build, work, and depend on them every day.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, the rescue teams, and everyone affected by this heartbreaking incident.
E.B. Testing Center
Materials Testing & Geotechnical Engineering Laboratory
