Summary of "Ethiopia: Church Scaffolding Collapse Kills Dozens, Injures Hundreds | Firstpost Africa | N18G"
A tragic accident occurred in northern Ethiopia when a makeshift wooden scaffolding collapsed at the Menjar Shankura Arapit Mariam Church during an annual Virgin Mary festival. The collapse happened early Wednesday morning as worshippers gathered, resulting in dozens of deaths and hundreds of injuries, with some victims still trapped under the rubble. Eyewitnesses described the event as sudden and chaotic, with those near the center of the collapse being crushed, while people on the periphery managed to escape. Survivors recounted harrowing experiences of dust, suffocation, and the desperate effort to save others. Victims included children and elderly individuals, and many severely injured were transferred to Addis Ababa for treatment.
The Ethiopian government expressed deep condolences and emphasized the importance of prioritizing safety in construction projects. However, the report highlighted ongoing challenges in enforcing health and safety regulations in Ethiopia, where construction-related accidents frequently harm ordinary citizens.
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