Madrid, Spain – October 7, 2025, 14:17 CET - A building collapse in Madrid has left 10 people injured and four missing as of 14:00 CET today, triggering a large-scale rescue operation. Emergency services are currently working to locate and extract those trapped within the rubble.
The incident, occurring on Calle de Toledo, has prompted a significant response from Madrid’s fire department, medical personnel, and police. While the cause of the collapse remains under investigation, authorities are prioritizing the safety of both victims and rescue workers. The affected structure,a multi-story residential building,housed both residents and commercial establishments,impacting a broad segment of the local community.
Initial reports indicate the building partially collapsed around 10:30 CET, sending debris into the street and prompting immediate evacuations of neighboring structures. Rescue teams are utilizing specialized equipment, including sniffer dogs and thermal imaging cameras, in their search for the four individuals currently unaccounted for. Medical teams are providing on-site treatment to the injured, with several transported to nearby hospitals for further care.
Authorities have established a perimeter around the collapse site and are urging the public to avoid the area to facilitate rescue efforts.Updates will be provided as the situation develops.
