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On October 5, 2021, two balconies collapsed in Antibes, a town on the French Riviera, causing one death and multiple injuries.
The incident occurred at a residential building located on Avenue de la Libération in Antibes.
The balconies collapsed onto a terrace below, where several people were gathered at the time.
The collapse is believed to have been caused by a structural failure of the balconies, although the exact cause is still under investigation.
Emergency services were quickly on the scene to rescue those trapped under the rubble and provide medical treatment to the injured.
One person was confirmed dead as a result of the collapse, while several others sustained injuries ranging from minor to serious.
The building has since been evacuated and declared unsafe for habitation until further inspections can be carried out.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of older buildings in Antibes and the need for regular maintenance and inspections to prevent similar accidents in the future.
The local authorities have launched an investigation into the collapse to determine the exact cause and any potential negligence on the part of the building owners or maintenance contractors.
The residents of the building have been temporarily relocated to alternative accommodation while the investigation and repairs are carried out.