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In a startling incident, at least six individuals sustained injuries when a floor reportedly gave way at a wedding venue in New Hampshire on Saturday. The unexpected collapse occurred at The Preserve at Chocorua, located in Tamworth, prompting an investigation by the New Hampshire State Fire Marshal’s Office.
Authorities have confirmed that six people were transported to nearby hospitals. Fortunately, the injuries were not deemed life-threatening, providing some relief amidst the alarming situation. Remarkably, no fatalities were reported, according to the fire marshal’s office.
The picturesque venue, The Preserve at Chocorua, is well-known for hosting weddings and other events. The incident has undoubtedly cast a shadow over what was meant to be a joyous occasion, leaving those involved seeking answers about how such an event could have occurred.
There were no fatalities, according to the fire marshal’s office.
A street sign for The Preserve at Chocorua, a wedding venue in Tamworth, N.H. (Google Maps)
Multiple fire departments responded to the scene and the road to the venue was temporarily closed, according to the Tamworth Police Department.
A spokesperson for Maine Health told local outlet WMUR that the hospital received three patients by ambulance and additional victims were taken to other facilities.
It is unclear how many injuries were reported. (iStock)
It is unclear what led to the alleged collapse.
The state fire marshal’s office assumed lead of the investigation, which remains active and ongoing.
The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office, New Hampshire State Police, Tamworth Fire Department, Tamworth Police Department and Maine Health did not immediately respond to additional inquiries from Fox News Digital.
New Hampshire State Police responded to the scene and is investigating. (New Hampshire State Police)
City Moose Catering, a company that said it has worked at the venue, said it was “truly shaken by th[e] tragedy.”
“Our thoughts are with everyone who was on-site at The Preserve at Chocorua for today’s event,” the company wrote in a Facebook post. “We are deeply saddened by the news of the floor collapse and the ongoing mass casualty incident. … We remain mindful of the first responders still working at the scene and all those affected.”
The Preserve at Chocorua did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.