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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
Addis Ababa, October 2 (Xinhua) — The death toll from the collapse of wooden scaffolding in Ethiopia's northern Amhara region has risen to 36, local officials said on Wednesday.
The incident occurred at approximately 7:45 a.m. Wednesday local time during an annual church festival in the town of Arerti. Temporary wooden scaffolding used to complete work on the church collapsed, state broadcaster Fana reported, citing local police chief Ahmed Gebeyehu.
Police said the death toll could rise, as more than 200 people suffered serious and minor injuries. The injured are receiving medical treatment at nearby medical facilities.
The collapse caused significant damage. Many worshippers were trapped under the rubble, complicating rescue efforts. Search and rescue operations are ongoing.
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