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Madrid Building Collapse During Renovation Kills Four Near Teatro Real

The site had been licensed for conversion to tourist lodging, placing renovation safety under scrutiny.

Overview

  • Rescuers recovered all four bodies overnight after the partial collapse at a six‑storey building on Calle de las Hileras.
  • Three workers were injured, including one with a leg fracture who was hospitalized, according to emergency officials.
  • The lead project architect was among those who died, authorities said.
  • Up to 16 fire units secured the site and searched the debris with sniffer dogs and drones as the area remained cordoned off.
  • Officials say the cause remains unknown and formal investigations are pending after the early‑afternoon failure of several floor structures.