China pavilion collapses

A lightning strike caused a pavilion to collapse in Fangmaoshan Park, Changzhou, Jiangsu province, resulting in six fatalities and ten injuries. The incident occurred on Sunday evening as visitors sought shelter from a severe thunderstorm. Local authorities reported that the injured individuals are in stable condition and investigations into the incident are underway, with a focus on public safety standards. China's meteorological agency had issued a yellow alert for severe weather, warning of thunderstorms and heavy rainfall in the region. This event is part of a broader trend of extreme weather in China, raising concerns about safety and infrastructure integrity amid climate change. Previous incidents, including a bridge collapse last month, highlight ongoing challenges with safety regulations in the country.