Categories: World News

Mexico church roof collapse, claims lives of three children, seven others

In a devastating incident, a church roof collapse during a baptism in northeastern Mexico resulted in the loss of ten lives, including three children, and left 60 others injured.

The tragedy unfolded in Ciudad Madero, a coastal town in Tamaulipas state, during the Sunday service at Santa Cruz parish. According to a Red Cross rescuer, approximately 80 people were present when the roof gave way.

Tamaulipas Governor, Americo Villarreal, confirmed the unfortunate news, stating, “Sadly, ten individuals have lost their lives in this incident, including five women, two men, and three children.”

The community is now grappling with this heart-wrenching loss, and investigations into the collapse are underway to determine the cause of this tragic event.

Credit: AFP 

Treasure Orokpo

A multi-talented individual with a passion for diverse fields, Treasure Orokpo is a trained journalist, skilled cook, and AI enthusiast. When she's not uncovering the latest stories, you can find her whipping up culinary creations in the kitchen and entertainment.

Recent Posts

BREAKING: Relief as Lakurawa terrorists flee Nigeria after military intervention

Senator Adamu Aliero, representing Kebbi Central, has announced that the Nigerian military successfully expelled the…

6 mins ago

BREAKING: Supreme Court nullifies National Lottery Act, grants states exclusive control

The Supreme Court has struck down the National Lottery Act of 2005, ruling that the…

22 mins ago

Latest update on fuel price hike, fuel scarcity for November 22nd, 2024

As Nigerians express their frustrations over the recent fuel price hikes by the Nigerian National…

5 hours ago

Full List of 80,000 delisted companies published by CAC

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has officially removed companies that failed to file their annual…

6 hours ago

Amended NDLEA Act: Senate approves life imprisonment for drug traffickers, rejects death penalty

The Senate on Thursday agreed with the House of Representatives' recommendation to replace the death…

6 hours ago

Monday Odigie steps down as Bendel Insurance coach

Monday Odigie, the coach of Bendel Insurance Football Club of Benin, has resigned from his…

7 hours ago