Plaster ceiling collapse injures dozens and forces evacuation at Daegu mall
At least 36 people suffered minor injuries when a plaster ceiling fell in a Daegu shopping mall, prompting evacuation of around 70 others.
A plaster ceiling on the second floor of a four-story mall in Daegu gave way at 10:16 a.m., injuring at least 36 people with minor wounds and sending roughly 70 shoppers out of the building. Nine of the victims were taken to hospitals, though no serious injuries have been confirmed. Fire officials are still investigating the cause, and President Lee Jae Myung’s office said authorities are working to rescue anyone trapped and respond fully.
Why it matters
The collapse highlights safety concerns in public venues and the need for swift emergency response.
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