PM: We should wait for the results of the investigation and, first of all, we should pray for these people to survive

"We should wait for the results of the investigation and, first of all, we should pray for these people to survive," Prime Minister Irakli Gharibashvili told reporters.

According to him, about 300 rescuers are working to save people trapped in the ruins.

"I want to tell you that a very tragic story happened. Our services, rescuers do their best to clean up the area in time. According to the available information, there are about 10-15 people trapped and we are doing everything to resolve the situation in time. About 300 rescuers are working, they have all the equipment and intensive work is underway. I do not want to talk about the causes in advance, an investigation is underway and everything will be established.

There are many versions and we will answer all the questions. I have heard versions from the Minister of Internal Affairs about this, however, I do not want to make conclusions in advance. Let’s wait for the results of the investigation. First of all, we must pray for these people to survive," Gharibashvili said.

One block of a residential building completely collapsed on 26 May Street in Batumi. Rescuers saved two minors from the ruins, including one newborn.