Lead: Ceiling of a clothing store collapses in Brás, São Paulo
The ceiling of a specialized clothing shop located at Rua Maria Joaquina, number
At the moment of the collapse, teams from the Military Police, Fire Department and Civil Defense of São Paulo were immediately activated through the urban alert system. The response was coordinated by the State's General Emergency Delegation (DGE), which issued a statement with initial details about the incident.
The total number of vehicles mobilized for the operation reached 17 units, including fire trucks, containment trailers, rescue equipment and logistical support vehicles. The technical team of the Fire Department reported that 51 professionals were sent to the site — one of the largest teams ever deployed in a similar incident in the region over the past few years.
Emergency forces began their first technical assessments shortly after the event. The firefighters conduct debris surveys using thermal sensors, aerial drones, and manual excavation tools to identify potentially hazardous areas. The objective is to ensure safety during search and rescue operations, as well as prevent new structural risks that could compromise the integrity of the location or people present.
Current situation of victims
According to preliminary information released by the Fire Department at the beginning of the operation, about 20 people were inside the building when the ceiling collapsed. Most occupants were in a room located on the lower level — a customer service area and product display space — whose floor slab was not directly affected by the structural collapse.
The technical team of the agency confirmed that the individuals still held are under medical and psychological monitoring, but have not shown any apparent physical injuries. Teams conducted rapid assessments using triage equipment to identify signs of trauma or internal injuries. So far, all cases have been classified as