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13-Year-Old Boy Dies as Fountain Collapses During World Cup Celebrations in Spain

By TrendingWire Newsroom

A 13-year-old boy died and two other young people were injured when a fountain partially collapsed during World Cup celebrations in Salamanca, Spain. The incident occurred in the town of Ciudad Rodrigo, in the Salamanca province, as crowds gathered to celebrate Spain's victory over Argentina in the World Cup final. Emergency services responded to the scene, but the boy could not be saved. The injured individuals were taken to a local hospital for treatment; their conditions are not known. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the collapse. The tragedy has cast a shadow over the festivities in the region. Local officials expressed condolences to the family of the victim. The celebration was part of widespread joy across Spain after the national team's win, but the accident has prompted calls for safety checks on public structures during large gatherings.

Sources: BBC News, Al Jazeera, Yahoo Sports
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