Pakistan School Roof Collapse | Peshawar, Oct. 28: At least 28 people, including 27 students and a female teacher, died after a school roof collapsed in Peshawar, Pakistan, on Thursday.
The incident occurred at Al Khair School in Peshawar, the capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Students were attending classes when the building’s roof collapsed, trapping children and staff beneath the debris.
Most of the students killed were aged 13 or younger. Emergency services rushed to the scene and began rescue operations. Authorities transported the victims and injured students to Lady Reading Hospital, where officials declared an emergency.
Pakistan School Roof Collapse | Rescue Operations Continue
Peshawar Deputy Commissioner Afaq Wazir confirmed the collapse at Al Khair School. Rescue teams and local residents worked to remove debris and search for survivors.
The rescue operation faced difficulties because the school stood in a congested neighbourhood. Narrow streets restricted access for some heavy rescue equipment, according to reports.
Officials said around 110 students had been present in three classrooms during the incident. Initial reports indicated that only 47 people had been accounted for, raising concerns about possible additional casualties.
Hospital authorities treated injured students, including some in critical condition. The final number of casualties could change as officials verify the details.
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed grief over the deaths and directed authorities to ensure immediate medical assistance for the injured. He described the loss of students as a major tragedy.
Authorities have ordered an investigation into the cause of the collapse. Initial reports pointed to concerns about the building’s structural strength, but investigators must establish the precise circumstances.
The incident has renewed concerns about building safety in educational institutions. Further findings are expected after authorities complete their investigation.
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