Authorities have announced a mass casualty situation following reports of a floor collapse at a wedding venue that resulted in injuries to numerous individuals.
Emergency response teams swiftly arrived at The Preserve at Chocorua, a wedding location situated in the quaint town of Tamworth in eastern New Hampshire in the United States.
Multiple fire departments were on-site managing the aftermath of the collapse, as confirmed by the Tamworth Police Department.
Initial estimates suggested approximately 145 individuals were present during the incident, although this figure remains unverified by officials. Ten ambulances were dispatched to the venue amidst concerns that some individuals might still be trapped.
The cause of the incident has not been officially determined by authorities, but preliminary reports from the location indicated a floor collapse.
A mass casualty incident, also known as MCI, is a classification used in emergencies where the number of casualties could strain local medical capabilities, necessitating a broader emergency response.
Numerous ambulances were observed responding to the scene as emergency crews attended to the situation at the venue.
The Carroll County, NH Scanner Alerts Facebook group, which monitors police scanners legally, reported today: “The Preserve at Chocorua, The Tap House, 88 Philbrook Neighborhood Rd, Tamworth, NH. A section of the floor collapsed into the basement during an event. 145 individuals were in attendance, and at least 10 ambulances were requested for the injured. There is a possibility that some individuals are still trapped.”