It was unclear where the rescues took place, but firefighters initially said some people had fled to the roof, and seven military helicopters joined in the rescue. Alena Krcova, a spokeswoman for the rescue services, said more than 40 people were injured, though none was in life threatening condition. She cautioned, however, that the number of dead and injured might not be final. Mayor Andrea Turcanova said residents have been evacuated to nearby schools. Slovak Prime Minister Peter Pellegrini is heading for the site with some members of his Cabinet.

Source: Washington Post December 06, 2019 13:52 UTC