In brief
A 12‑story roof collapsed at a primary school in Peshawar, killing more than 30 pupils and a teacher, and injuring dozens more. Video footage shows a distinct cracking noise just before the collapse, sparking speculation about a late warning. Hospital officials report that several children are feared trapped under the rubble, with emergency responders rushing to the scene. The incident has raised questions about school building safety and emergency preparedness in the region.
Over 30 pupils and a teacher were killed when the roof of an elementary school in the north‑western Pakistani city of Peshawar collapsed, hospital officials said.
The collapse came seconds after a distinct "cracking" sound was heard across the building, a video that has begun to circulate on social media shows.
Hospital staff have confirmed that more than a dozen students were injured, with some in critical condition, and several children are feared trapped under the rubble.
Emergency response teams have rushed to the site, and rescue operations are underway to search for survivors and remove debris.
The incident has ignited concerns over building safety protocols in Pakistani schools and has prompted calls for a thorough review of construction standards and emergency preparedness plans.
