At least 23 students were injured on Friday, February 27, 2026, when a temporary structure collapsed during a graduation photo session at the Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City, according to reports from local authorities and news outlets.
The incident occurred on the Santa Fe campus of the university, located on Vasco de Quiroga and Agustín Chávez in the Álvaro Obregón borough, as approximately 150 students were posing for a traditional “foto generacional” – a group photograph commemorating their graduation. According to video footage circulating on social media, the rear portion of the raised platform gave way, causing students to fall from a height of approximately three meters.
Emergency services, including personnel from ERUM, the Red Cross, and Protección Civil, responded to the scene. Initial reports indicated that 33 students sustained injuries, though the number was later revised to 23. Eight students were transported to nearby hospitals for specialized medical attention, but university officials stated that none of the injuries were life-threatening. One student waited approximately 20 minutes for medical attention and was transported with a neck brace, according to reports.
The Secretaría de Gestión Integral de Riesgos y Protección Civil of Mexico City has initiated an investigation into the cause of the collapse. Preliminary findings suggest a possible failure in the installation of the structure. Some parents at the scene alleged that the structure was secured with ropes rather than more robust materials, potentially compromising its stability.
The Universidad Iberoamericana has stated it will provide comprehensive support to the affected students. The incident prompted the cordoning off of the area while emergency responders attended to the injured and assessed the structural integrity of the remaining platform. Further details regarding the investigation and any potential safety reviews of similar structures on campus have not yet been released.
