Ceiling Collapse in Épinay-sur-Seine College Sparks Safety Concerns

A classroom ceiling collapse at a Seine-Saint-Denis college highlights ongoing infrastructure issues, prompting urgent safety measures.

A false ceiling collapsed in a classroom at Roger Martin du Gard College in Épinay-sur-Seine, with no injuries reported.
The collapse was attributed to a faulty installation in 2022, with the involved company under investigation.
Classes were moved online immediately following the incident, and the college will undergo safety inspections before reopening.
The incident underscores broader infrastructure problems in Seine-Saint-Denis schools, with calls for a comprehensive emergency plan.
Local authorities have pledged rigorous checks and replacements of all false ceilings at the college during the Toussaint holidays.