A tragic incident occurred in the Dominican Republic when the roof of the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo collapsed, resulting in at least 113 deaths and over 150 injuries during a performance by merengue singer Rubby Pérez. Rescue operations led by the Dominican Republic's Emergency Operations Center involved the navy and fire service, with 155 individuals transported for medical treatment. Among the deceased were notable figures like MLB pitcher Octavio Dotel, casting a shadow over the nation as investigations into the collapse continue.
