Port-au-Prince, Haiti – At least 30 people were killed and dozens injured in a stampede in northern Haiti during celebrations at a tourist site that includes an old military fort, according to local authorities and media reports.
Death toll and causes of the stampede
Civil protection teams in northern Haiti announced that the actual death toll could rise due to the large number of people still missing.
Search efforts are underway for the missing amidst intensive rescue operations for those who survived.
The stampede occurred during large celebrations, which led to overcrowding in the area surrounding the citadel. This resulted in the tragic incident.
Emergency response and ongoing investigations
Authorities in Haiti are continuing their investigation into the stampede to determine the exact causes.
They aim to take the necessary measures to prevent a recurrence.
Local rescue and ambulance teams are continuing to provide assistance to the injured
and transport them to nearby hospitals in an effort to minimize casualties and provide urgent medical care to those affected.
