Rescue workers have launched a massive operation to find survivors under the rubble of the Dubrovnik hotel in Villa Gesell, following its early morning collapse. The structure was reportedly undergoing unauthorized renovations when it fell.
Hotel Collapse in Villa Gesell: Rescuers Search for Survivors
Hotel Collapse in Villa Gesell: Rescuers Search for Survivors
Rescue efforts intensify in Argentina after the tragic collapse of a hotel, leaving one confirmed dead and several others unaccounted for.
Efforts are underway to rescue potential survivors trapped in the wreckage of the Dubrovnik hotel in Villa Gesell, Argentina, after disaster struck in the early hours of Tuesday. The hotel, a ten-story establishment, was undergoing renovations at the time, with one fatality confirmed—a man in his 80s. Witnesses described the scene as catastrophic, likening it to a "horror movie".
Reports suggest that up to 15 individuals could have been inside the hotel when it collapsed, as local authorities and rescue teams work tirelessly amidst the debris. The hotel had previously been flagged for construction violations, with renovation work halted in August due to a lack of proper permits. However, it appears that workers continued despite the stop order.
Monica Mino, a neighbor of the hotel, recounted the chaos: "We heard like an earthquake... this was terrible," she said, emphasizing the shock of the event.
According to Argentina's national security minister, Patricia Bullrich, specialized teams, including structural engineers and search dog units, have been dispatched to assist in the recovery operations. Meanwhile, four construction workers who escaped have been taken into custody for questioning.
The collapse has also caused structural damage to nearby buildings, sending shockwaves through the community in this popular coastal region, known for its tourism draws. As the search continues, locals remain hopeful that more individuals will be found alive beneath the rubble.
Reports suggest that up to 15 individuals could have been inside the hotel when it collapsed, as local authorities and rescue teams work tirelessly amidst the debris. The hotel had previously been flagged for construction violations, with renovation work halted in August due to a lack of proper permits. However, it appears that workers continued despite the stop order.
Monica Mino, a neighbor of the hotel, recounted the chaos: "We heard like an earthquake... this was terrible," she said, emphasizing the shock of the event.
According to Argentina's national security minister, Patricia Bullrich, specialized teams, including structural engineers and search dog units, have been dispatched to assist in the recovery operations. Meanwhile, four construction workers who escaped have been taken into custody for questioning.
The collapse has also caused structural damage to nearby buildings, sending shockwaves through the community in this popular coastal region, known for its tourism draws. As the search continues, locals remain hopeful that more individuals will be found alive beneath the rubble.
