1 dead, 3 hospitalized when Friendswood HS roof collapses during work, officials say

FRIENDSWOOD, Texas (KTRK) -- At least one person is dead after a portion of the roof at Friendswood High School collapsed while work was being done on it, officials said Tuesday.

The incident happened about 4:30 p.m. Contractors were working on building the high school gym when the roof caved in, the district said.

Four of the workers were pulled from the building. One worker was pronounced dead at the scene, while three were taken by ambulance to the hospital, officials said.

The district said there were no students or staff in the building when the collapse happened.

Emergency responders are on the scene and say debris is still falling, causing a high risk for rescuers to go and search for anyone else who may be inside, officials said.

The extent of the workers' injuries is currently unknown. But authorities said the workers were taken to a hospital by ambulance.

Friendswood ISD released the following statement regarding the incident:

We are deeply saddened to report an unfortunate incident that occurred at Friendswood High School. It is our understanding at this time that there was a partial roof collapse, resulting in several injuries. Our prayers go out to the workers and their families during this difficult time.

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