Four dead, 16 injured in Spain after Mallorca restaurant collapses
At least four people have died and 16 are injured after a two-storey building collapsed on the Spanish island of Majorca, local emergency services say.
The incident happened at around 1pm local time on Thursday (29 June) in the town of Calvia, a popular tourist resort.
The building housed a restaurant on the ground floor and apartments on the first floor. It is not yet known what caused the collapse, but an investigation is underway.
Emergency services are at the scene and are searching for survivors. The injured have been taken to hospital for treatment.
The Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sanchez, has expressed his condolences to the victims' families and has pledged to provide all necessary support.
Conclusion
This tragic incident is a reminder of the importance of building safety. It is essential that all buildings are constructed to the highest standards and that they are regularly inspected and maintained.
Our thoughts are with the victims' families and friends at this difficult time.
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