12 killed in Madagascar stadium stampede

April 8, 2022

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12 killed in Madagascar stadium stampede

A tragic stampede at a stadium in Madagascar has claimed the lives of 12 people and left many others injured. The incident occurred during an event at the Barea Stadium in the capital city, Antananarivo, where a large crowd had gathered for the opening ceremony of the Indian Ocean Island Games. Thousands of spectators were trying to enter the stadium when the crush happened, resulting in chaos and a desperate struggle for survival.

According to reports, the stampede began when people rushed to access the stadium, overwhelming security at the entrances. As the crowd surged, some people were trampled, and many others were caught in the crush, unable to escape. Emergency services rushed to the scene, but unfortunately, 12 people were confirmed dead, and dozens were injured, some of them critically.

The event has shocked the nation, and authorities have launched an investigation to determine what led to the tragedy. Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina expressed his condolences to the victims’ families and promised that measures would be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. He visited some of the injured in hospitals and pledged support for those affected by the disaster.

Stadium stampedes are a recurring risk during large events, particularly when crowd control measures fail or are insufficient. In the aftermath of the tragedy, there have been calls for better safety protocols and improved organization at public events to prevent such loss of life in the future.

This incident has cast a shadow over what was meant to be a celebratory occasion for Madagascar and the Indian Ocean region. Authorities are now focusing on providing support to the victims and their families, while also reviewing safety measures to ensure that similar disasters do not happen again.

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