00:02A corner unit of a row of shophouses along Jalan Palawan in Cebu collapsed at about 2.30am on Friday.
00:10Cebu Municipal Council Chairman Clarence Ting urged the public to keep clear of the area,
00:16warning that the structure remains unstable and that debris is still falling.
00:20He advised the public not to cross the yellow safety line, emphasising the importance of safety.
00:26Ting said the entire block had sunk by about three feet, raising concerns over a possible structural failure at its
00:33foundation.
00:35The case has been referred to the Public Works Department and other relevant agencies for investigation.
00:40No injuries or fatalities were reported.
00:43Following the incident, the council ordered a restaurant operating in the block, including its open kitchen area,
00:50to cease operations immediately, with a closure notice to be issued.
00:54The impact on nearby buildings has yet to be determined and will require a detailed technical assessment by the relevant
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