In a devastating incident, at least 13 people lost their lives when the roof of a sports club collapsed during a powerful storm in the port city of Bahia Blanca, Argentina.
The tragic incident occurred on Saturday, as heavy rains and strong winds battered the city, causing structural damage to the facility where a skating competition was underway, according to sources from the mayor’s office.
The municipality confirmed the unfortunate news in a statement, saying, “Unfortunately, the emergency service confirms the death of 13 people in the Bahiense del Norte club.”
The statement further revealed that firefighters were actively engaged in rescue operations at the site, where individuals remained trapped beneath the rubble.
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