A tragic structural collapse at a medical facility in Bengaluru, India has claimed seven lives, according to state officials reporting on the incident Wednesday.
The 8-foot hospital wall fell during severe weather, crushing a young child, four street vendors, and two individuals from Kerala state, announced D.K. Shivakumar, Karnataka’s deputy chief minister. Officials have yet to identify one additional victim.
Three additional people sustained injuries in the collapse and are currently receiving medical care, Shivakumar confirmed.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the deadly incident as “unfortunate” in a social media statement.
A Reuters reporter observed medical personnel treating an injured woman who received emergency care before being transported for further evaluation.
The collapse occurred as Bengaluru experienced dramatic weather changes Wednesday. After enduring weeks of oppressive heat and high humidity, the city was suddenly hit by powerful storms featuring heavy rain, strong winds, and hail.
While the intense rainfall provided temporary relief from the sweltering temperatures, it also caused significant problems throughout the area, including flooding and downed trees across multiple neighborhoods.
