Peruvian School Stage Collapse: 12 Injured, No Fatalities

Stage Collapse Injures 12 at Peruvian School Anniversary A stage collapsed during a school anniversary celebration in Huamachuco, Peru, on May 29, 2025, injuring twelve people. The incident occurred during a performance by schoolchildren and a mariachi band. Footage shows the stage giving way, sending performers and audience members tumbling. "It happened so fast," said one eyewitness, who declined to be named. "One moment we were enjoying the music, and the next, everything came crashing down." Emergency responders were quick to the scene, providing immediate medical assistance and transporting the injured to local hospitals. According to the regional emergency center, all twelve injured individuals received treatment. No deaths have been reported, a fortunate outcome given the scale of the collapse. The cause of the collapse remains under investigation. Authorities are examining the structural integrity of the stage to determine whether negligence or other factors contributed to the incident. The school administration has expressed gratitude for the swift response of emergency services and the community's support for the injured.