Rescue operations continue as the community grapples with the aftermath of this tragic event.
Roof Collapse in Santo Domingo Nightclub Claims Lives and Triggers Rescue Operation
Roof Collapse in Santo Domingo Nightclub Claims Lives and Triggers Rescue Operation
Tragedy strikes as a roof collapse during a concert in Santo Domingo results in casualties and ongoing rescue efforts.
At least 13 people have lost their lives following a catastrophic roof collapse at a nightclub in the Dominican Republic, with numerous others injured and trapped beneath the debris. The devastating incident occurred during a performance by renowned merengue singer Rubby Pérez at the Jet Set discotheque in the capital, Santo Domingo. Emergency response teams are actively working to rescue those still buried and have transported scores of victims to local hospitals. Dominican President Luis Abinader issued a statement offering condolences to the bereaved families, while the director of the Emergency Operations Centre, Juan Manuel Méndez, expressed hope that more survivors could be found amidst the wreckage. The investigation into the cause of the collapse is ongoing as officials assess the situation.
