Storm winds collapse Virginia church tent, killing one and injuring several
TL;DR
A large tent outside EastLake Community Church in Moneta, Virginia collapsed during a storm with high winds, killing one person and sending 11 others to hospitals, while 11 more were treated on the scene. The tent, part of a family-oriented event, was reportedly secured and evacuation was underway when the collapse occurred as a severe weather watch covered much of Virginia. Authorities and church leaders described a chaotic scene as responders assisted attendees.
- 1 killed, others injured in Virginia church tent collapse amid high winds NBC News
- At least 1 dead and several injured after severe weather prompts outdoor tent failure at Virginia church FOX Weather
- One dead, 22 injured in Moneta tent collapse: Officials WSET
- One dead, 22 hurt after Bedford church tent collapses in storm WRIC ABC 8News
- One dead, 22 injured at EastLake Community Church after tent collapse, according to officials WSLS
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