In a tragic update, tonight rescuers recovered a body from the rubble of the collapsed hotel in Villa Gesell, raising the death toll from the disaster to two. The discovery occurred just before 9 PM, and so far, authorities have not provided details about the identity of the deceased.
Earlier this afternoon, the disappearance of seven people had been confirmed, and their identities were revealed. In a sad turn of events, rescuers had already found the lifeless body of an 89-year-old man in a building adjacent to the collapsed hotel.
Rescue efforts continue in the area as more information is awaited from authorities.
