Summary
A stampede at Haiti’s Citadelle Laferriere resulted in at least 30 deaths, with authorities indicating that the number could rise. The incident happened during an annual celebration at the historic fortress, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Rescue efforts are ongoing, as officials work to provide medical care to the injured.
Key Facts
- At least 30 people died in a stampede in northern Haiti.
- The stampede took place at Citadelle Laferriere, a historic site built in the early 1800s.
- The crowd had gathered for an annual celebration at the fortress.
- The fortress is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular tourist attraction.
- Rescue teams are searching for missing people and attending to the injured.
- The event occurred amidst Haiti's struggles with gang violence and recent disasters.
- Rain contributed to the difficulty of the stampede situation.
