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At least 6 injured in stabbing attack at school in Azambuja, 12-year-old boy in custody
According to the authorities, he was wearing a bulletproof vest.
The attacker was apprehended by authorities and is believed to have used a sharp weapon. The victims, aged 12 to 14, were immediately taken to the hospital.
One victim, a 12-year-old girl, suffered serious injuries but is expected to survive.
The incident occurred at 2:14 PM, prompting a swift response from emergency services. Psychologists were dispatched to the school to support students and staff.
The school administration has described the incident as an “isolated act” and assured that classes will continue as usual.
However, parents of students involved in the incident have expressed concerns and fear for their children’s safety.
According to the authorities, he was wearing a bulletproof vest.
The mayor reported that the 12-year-old attacker, a 7th-grade student, returned to school after lunch wearing a bulletproof vest (which he later claimed belonged to his father). Once inside the classroom area, he began indiscriminately attacking students with a knife. A school assistant intervened to stop the attack.
A significant earthquake struck the Cook Strait region early this morning, October 6th, at 5:08 AM.
The M5.7 quake, with a depth of approximately 33 kilometers, was widely felt throughout the Wellington region and northern parts of the South Island.
Geonet has received over 36,000 reports of the earthquake, highlighting its widespread impact.
This event serves as a reminder that earthquakes can occur anywhere in New Zealand at any time.
In the event of a major earthquake, it is crucial to remember the “Drop, Cover, and Hold” safety protocol.
If you are in bed, remain there and follow the “Stay, Cover, and Hold” procedure. If the earthquake is prolonged or intense, evacuate the area immediately.
If you are indoors during an earthquake, move a short distance to a safe spot and immediately drop to the ground, cover your head and neck with your arms, and hold on to something stable. Stay indoors until the shaking stops and you are certain it is safe to exit.
If you are outdoors when an earthquake strikes, move away from buildings, trees, streetlights, and power lines. Then, drop to the ground, cover your head and neck, and hold on.
After an earthquake, tune in to your local radio stations for important updates and advice from emergency management officials. Be prepared for aftershocks.
If you are in a damaged building, evacuate carefully by using the stairs instead of the elevator. Find a safe, open area outside.