LED wall bumagsak sa kalagitnaan ng Balamban Festival concert sa Isabela, maraming sugatan

LED wall bumagsak sa kalagitnaan ng Balamban Festival concert sa Isabela, maraming sugatan

- A LED wall collapsed during a concert at the Balamban Festival in Santiago City, Isabela, injuring multiple attendees

- The incident disrupted the Balamban Festival celebration in the said city

- Initial reports suggest strong winds might be the cause of the collapse of the LED screen

- Authorities are now investigating to determine cause of collapse and prevent future occurrences at public events

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A festive concert held as part of the Balamban Festival in Santiago City, Isabela, took a dangerous turn on Monday evening when a large LED screen structure unexpectedly gave way, falling onto the crowd of attendees.

LED wall bumagsak sa kalagitnaan ng Balamban Festival concert sa Isabela, maraming sugatan
Screengrab from a video of the aftermath of the LED wall collapse in Santiago City in Isabela as shared by GMA News on YouTube(@GMARegionalTV)
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The incident resulted in injuries to several concertgoers, disrupting the celebratory atmosphere of the event.

According to a report aired by GMA Regional TV One North Central Luzon on Wednesday, the collapse occurred in the midst of the musical performance.

While the exact number of individuals struck by the falling LED wall has not been officially disclosed by authorities, it is confirmed that multiple people sustained injuries requiring immediate attention.

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Initial assessments at the scene suggest that strong winds may have played a significant role in the structural failure of the LED wall.

The powerful gusts of wind, reportedly experienced in the area, are being considered as a potential factor that destabilized the large screen, leading to its collapse onto the unsuspecting audience.

Prompt response to the incident came from medical teams and the Isabela security task group, who were on-site to ensure the safety and security of the festival attendees.

These teams immediately attended to the injured individuals, providing necessary first aid and arranging for further medical assistance as needed.

The swift action of the emergency responders likely mitigated the potential for more severe consequences.

The Balamban Festival is a significant cultural event in Santiago City, attracting a large number of residents and visitors to partake in various activities, with the concert being a major highlight.

The unexpected collapse of the LED wall has understandably raised concerns regarding the safety protocols and structural integrity of the staging and equipment used in such large-scale public events.

Authorities are expected to launch a comprehensive investigation to ascertain the precise cause of the LED wall's collapse.

This investigation will likely involve a thorough examination of the structural design and setup of the screen, an analysis of the weather conditions at the time of the incident, and a review of the safety regulations and their implementation for the event.

The findings of this inquiry will be critical in identifying any lapses in safety measures and in establishing guidelines to prevent similar incidents during future events, ensuring the well-being of all attendees.

The focus remains on the recovery of those injured and the thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding this unfortunate event.

News, photos or videos that arouse the interest of netizens would often go viral on social media, due to the attention netizens give them. These viral posts appeal to the emotions of netizens, and in rare cases, such could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable.

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