The roof of a sports club collapsed during a storm in Argentina, killing 13 people. The incident occurred in the port city of Bahia Blanca, where heavy rain and winds of over 140 km/h caused the structure to collapse during a skating competition.
The municipality confirmed the tragedy, reporting that the emergency service confirmed the death of 13 people in the Bahiense del Norte club. The firefighters intervened on site to manage the situation and the victims of the collapse.
The accident shocked the local community and brought the serious situation to the attention of national and international media. Investigations are ongoing to understand the causes of the collapse.
“Unfortunately, the emergency service confirms the death of 13 people at the Bahiense del Norte club,” the municipality said, adding that the fire brigade intervened on the scene.
Article published on 17 December 2023 - 07:12
