At least 113 people have been confirmed dead after the roof of a nightclub in the Dominican Republic collapsed. There were 155 individuals who were transferred to local hospitals for treatment. The Emergency Operations Center director, Juan Manuel Méndez, stated that the Dominican navy and fire service were assisting in rescue operations. The victims of the tragedy included two former MLB players and a governor. Rubby Pérez, a popular merengue singer who was performing at the club during the collapse, was also confirmed dead as his body was recovered from the rubble by rescuers. The incident has shocked the nation and investigations are underway to determine the cause of the collapse. The number of casualties may still rise as rescue efforts continue at the scene. The community is mourning the loss of those who perished in the tragic event, and the government is working to provide support to the families of the victims.
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