Atlantic Beach stampede at Bike Festival leaves 19 evaluated, 3 hospitalized
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A stampede near the stage at Atlantic Beach's Black Pearl Cultural Heritage and Bike Festival left 19 people evaluated for injuries and 3 hospitalized after a brief crowd surge sparked when someone started running; officials said injuries were not life-threatening, a mass casualty incident was declared, and responders quickly controlled the scene while emphasizing the event's overall safety.
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