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Partial Collapse at Madrid Hotel Renovation Injures 3 as Search Continues for Missing Workers

Officials report an unknown cause, with search teams using dogs and drones in the opera district.

Overview

  • The six‑story structure on Calle de las Hileras partially collapsed shortly after 13:00 local time near the Teatro Real.
  • Emergency services reported at least three injured workers, including one hospitalized with a severe leg injury.
  • Authorities say four to five workers are unaccounted for, and teams are searching the rubble while confirming who was present.
  • Madrid deployed 16 fire units, cordoned off surrounding streets, and is using search dogs and drones to locate potential survivors.
  • The long‑vacant building was being converted into a four‑star hotel, witnesses reported a loud bang and heavy white dust, and casualty figures remain provisional.