The search for up to a dozen people missing since an explosion at Haut du Mont flats has become a 'recovery operation'.
Specialist teams have been searching through the night at the scene of Saturday morning's blast.
Three people have been confirmed dead, but up to a dozen remain unaccounted for.
The three storey Andium housing block was destroyed by the explosion and resulting fire.
Up to 30 people have spent the night in temporary accommodation.
UK Urban Search and Rescue teams and sniffer dogs have been brought over to assist Jersey's emergency services.
Further equipment and USAR (Urban Search and Rescue) specialists arrive to support emergency services through the night. Credit: GoJ
Shortly before 9am on Sunday, Chief of Police Robin Smith, as Chair of the Strategic Coordination Group said:
“It is with sadness that I am confirming that the search and rescue operation had been moved to a recovery operation.
The decision was made after a detailed assessment and following the use of specialist K9 units.
Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) strategies are in place and specialist officers are surveying the scene with Fire and Ambulance Services and tactical advisors from Urban Search and Rescue (USAR).”
.@JsyFire are on site coordinating a methodical and meticulous multi agency search effort. This involves a number of stages, including vacating the site for short periods to allow dogs to enter, and the careful movement of debris.
— Government of Jersey (@GovJersey) December 10, 2022
Further updates will be provided in the morning. pic.twitter.com/f1LkN1sWVN
Jersey's Listening Lounge has extended its opening hours for islanders affected by the tragic events of the past few days.
Islanders can call 866793 or visit linc.je for confidential counselling and emotional support services.
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