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Waiting for word in Elliot Lake

People in Elliot Lake, Ont., are waiting for word days after part of a roof collapsed at a local mall. Many have gathered outside the mall, and some shared their stories with CBC News as the heavy machinery rolled in.

People in Elliot Lake, Ont., are anxiously waiting for word about survivors or victims, days after part of a roof collapsed at a local mall.

It's a painful time for those who narrowly escaped the disaster, and also for the family and friends of those still missing. Many have gathered outside the mall, and some shared their stories with CBC News as the heavy machinery rolled in.