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At least 30 killed in stampede
At least 30 people were killed in a stampede near the Laferer Citadel in northern Haiti, local authorities announced today, stating that the death toll could be higher.
TL;DR
- At least 30 people died in a stampede at the Laferer Citadel in northern Haiti.
- The incident happened at the entrance to the 19th-century fortress, a popular tourist attraction.
- Heavy rainfall contributed to the high number of casualties during an annual celebration attended by many young people.
- Local authorities stated that the death toll might be higher.
- The government offered condolences to the victims' families.