Hotel Collapse in Argentina: 1 Dead, Several Trapped

A tragic incident occurred in Villa Gesell, Argentina, where the 10-story Dubrovnik Hotel collapsed, resulting in the death of an 80-year-old man and leaving between seven to nine people trapped. The building was undergoing illegal renovations without proper permits, which had been previously halted by authorities in August. Rescue operations involving firefighters, paramedics, and 300 rescue workers, including drones and sniffer dogs, are underway to locate and save the trapped individuals. The missing are believed to be construction workers involved in the clandestine restoration work. The collapse has sparked a formal investigation to determine its cause, with some workers already detained for questioning. This incident highlights issues of regulatory compliance and safety in construction practices.