3 dead after Beirut building collapses

Scene of the building collapse in Beirut

BEIRUT, Lebanon (CNN) -- A dilapidated eight-story school building collapsed in Beirut's commercial center Saturday, killing three construction workers, and spreading debris across a major roadway, according to Lebanese army sources.

Authorities are searching for people that may be trapped under the debris.

The construction workers were trying to refurbish the old building. No students were inside.