The search for survivors at the Binaliw landfill in Cebu City has turned into a retrieval operation as the death toll from last week's massive trash slide rose to 11. Rescuers, battling toxic fumes and unstable debris, have pulled three more bodies from the mountain of waste this morning.

The tragedy struck when a section of the landfill gave way, burying over 100 workers and scavengers who were on-site despite heavy rains. With more than 20 people still missing, families camped outside the facility are losing hope. "It is unlikely anyone could survive this long under that weight," admitted a local fire official.

"A Disaster Waiting to Happen"

The incident has triggered a firestorm of political accountability. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has suspended the operations of Prime Integrated Waste Solutions, Inc., the landfill's operator, ordering them to submit a compliance plan within 90 days. However, critics argue this is too little, too late.

• Political Fallout: Senator Imee Marcos has demanded a senate inquiry, calling the collapse "criminal negligence." She cited previous warnings about the site's capacity and stability that were allegedly ignored.
• The Human Cost: Among the dead are reported to be several minors who worked as waste pickers, highlighting the desperate economic conditions that drive families to such hazardous environments.

Systemic Failure

"The lives lost in Cebu demand clear answers and real reforms," Senator Marcos stated. As the Philippines grapples with waste management challenges, the Binaliw collapse serves as a grim reminder of the cost of environmental mismanagement.