One killed, 22 injured as tent collapses at Virginia church service
One person was killed and 22 others were injured Friday night when a tent collapsed during an outdoor service at East Lake Community Church in Moneta, Virginia.
Eleven people were taken to hospitals and 11 others received treatment at the scene for minor injuries, Bedford County officials said. One person died at the scene. Officials classified the incident as a mass casualty event.
The collapse occurred during a celebration marking the church's 20th anniversary. Pastor Troy Keaton said in a Facebook post that a burst of wind lifted the tent just as he reached the stage to dismiss the crowd.
Bedford County officials said a severe storm cell had moved through the area before the collapse, bringing heavy rain, lightning and strong winds. The tent had passed an inspection by the Bedford County Division of Building Inspections on Tuesday.
Moneta is about 40 miles southwest of Lynchburg.
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