Death toll in central Philippine landfill collapse rises to 11

The death toll from a landfill landslide in the central Philippine city of Cebu has climbed to 11, as rescuers continued searching on Tuesday for 25 missing workers.



Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival told a news conference on Monday that all 18 survivors were injured and have been receiving treatment in hospitals.



"The 72 hours have lapsed already, but we're hoping we still have people who are alive, so that's why we continue to be on this rescue operation," Archival said.



The dumpsite collapse occurred last Thursday at a waste management facility in the city.



Archival acknowledged the concerns of victims' families over the pace of the rescue, but said operations must proceed cautiously to avoid further danger.