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Tragedy in Brazil: Eight Dead After Nursing Home Collapse

Published March 6, 2026, 09:14
Tragedy in Brazil: Eight Dead After Nursing Home Collapse

A tragedy unfolded in Brazil, in Belo Horizonte, where a nursing home collapsed, resulting in the deaths of at least eight people. Firefighters continue their search efforts through the rubble to locate four missing individuals. At the time of the collapse, 29 people were inside the building, which also housed a cosmetic clinic. Eight individuals were rescued and transported to hospitals, including a 2-year-old child in stable condition. Nine people, including staff members and elderly residents, managed to escape the debris with the help of locals. The fire department is investigating the cause of the collapse, and initial reports indicate that the building had all the necessary permits.