Rescue efforts are ongoing in Argentina's coastal city of Villa Gesell following the devastating collapse of the 10-storey Dubrovnik hotel, leaving one confirmed dead and many still trapped under debris. The incident occurred early Tuesday morning and has led to a frantic response from local authorities and rescue teams, who are painstakingly searching through the rubble for survivors.
Hotel Collapse in Argentina: Search and Rescue Underway Amid Unfolding Tragedy
Hotel Collapse in Argentina: Search and Rescue Underway Amid Unfolding Tragedy
Rescue teams work tirelessly to find survivors after the catastrophic collapse of the Dubrovnik hotel in Villa Gesell, Argentina, while investigators probe the circumstances leading to the disaster.
Reports indicate that approximately 15 people were believed to be inside the hotel, which was under renovation at the time of its collapse. The tragedy has been described by witnesses as resembling scenes from a "horror movie," with local resident Monica Mino recalling the experience as one of overwhelming chaos and fear. Authorities confirmed that a man in his 80s was found dead at the scene, while at least one woman has been rescued so far.
Local officials revealed that construction work at the hotel had been suspended in August due to the absence of required building permits. However, neighbors reported that work continued in violation of the municipal order. Security Minister Patricia Bullrich announced that specialized rescue teams, including engineers and rescue dogs trained for collapsed structures, have been dispatched to assist the operation.
Reports from officials suggested that ongoing repairs in the building's basement may have led to the structure's catastrophic failure, as witnessed by neighbors who felt the tremors of the collapse. Photographs from the disaster site show significant damage to nearby buildings due to falling debris, further underscoring the severity of the incident.
Villa Gesell, a favored destination known for its hotels and beautiful beaches, is now grappling with the repercussions of this tragic event as rescue operations continue to prioritize the search for any remaining survivors.
Local officials revealed that construction work at the hotel had been suspended in August due to the absence of required building permits. However, neighbors reported that work continued in violation of the municipal order. Security Minister Patricia Bullrich announced that specialized rescue teams, including engineers and rescue dogs trained for collapsed structures, have been dispatched to assist the operation.
Reports from officials suggested that ongoing repairs in the building's basement may have led to the structure's catastrophic failure, as witnessed by neighbors who felt the tremors of the collapse. Photographs from the disaster site show significant damage to nearby buildings due to falling debris, further underscoring the severity of the incident.
Villa Gesell, a favored destination known for its hotels and beautiful beaches, is now grappling with the repercussions of this tragic event as rescue operations continue to prioritize the search for any remaining survivors.
