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Roof and Wall Collapse Forces Closure of Regatas Corrientes Arena

Following a midday evacuation with no injuries reported, authorities have begun inspecting the damaged venue

Overview

  • A failure of a section of the roof and an external wall at Estadio José Jorge Contte occurred around 3 p.m. local time, triggering an immediate evacuation
  • Club de Regatas Corrientes suspended all activities and closed its facilities after confirming no injuries in the incident
  • Photos and videos shared on social media platforms provided the first visual evidence of the structural damage
  • The club has engaged municipal and technical agencies to conduct a thorough damage assessment and determine the cause
  • President Eduardo Tassano and Governor Gustavo Valdés pledged funding for reconstruction ahead of the team’s 2025/26 Liga Nacional de Básquet season preparations