Central News (Athens, June 30, CNA, Reuters) A 4-story apartment building in the Petralona area of Athens collapsed suddenly today, and rescue workers are continuing to search for trapped residents. Reuters reported that the fire department stated that 4 people who were earlier reported trapped have been found and confirmed safe, but the search and rescue operation is still ongoing. Personnel carrying search dogs are searching through the rubble, while other members are on standby in the surrounding area. The cause of the building's collapse is not yet clear. The building contained 7 apartments. The fire department pointed out that a neighboring building was under construction at the time of the accident. (Intern Editor: Tseng Yi-chieh / Editor: Yang Chao-yen) 1150630 Stand with facts, your every contribution is a force to protect press freedom. Download the CNA "First-Hand News" APP for real-time updates. No part of this website's text, images, or videos may be reproduced, publicly broadcast, publicly transmitted, or used without authorization.