Jerusalem Reception Hall Collapses, Dozens Killed
June 7, 2001
A reception hall in Jerusalem collapsed during a wedding reception. At least 25 people were confirmed dead and approximately 300 people were injured in the collapse. Officials expect the death toll to increase as they sift through the remains of the building. Israeli police announced that the collapse was caused by an engineering failure, not terrorist activity or sabotage. The building may have been constructed using a technique not approved by Israeli building officials.
-- Article Courtesy of InjuryBoard.com
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