Ceiling material collapses in Daegu building, injures 38

A ceiling material collapse in a Daegu building on Saturday resulted in 38 injuries, with nine of those victims requiring hospitalization, according to officials. The incident occurred during a kitchenware sales event for senior citizens on the second floor of a four-story building in the southeastern city. The collapse happened at around 10:16 a.m. when sections of the ceiling finish material fell from the ceiling, leading to the evacuation of 66 people.

Among the evacuees, 38 sustained minor injuries, mainly abrasions, while no one was reported in critical condition. Firefighters deployed 60 personnel and utilized 14 pieces of equipment to search for any additional casualties, but no further victims were found. President Lee Jae Myung was informed of the accident by the acting police chief and directed relevant agencies to prioritize rescue efforts and address the aftermath. Authorities have pledged to investigate the cause of the collapse.