Event Brief
Tent collapse kills one, injures 22 at Virginia church
Filed: Jun 12, 2026 at 11:00 PM ET
Summary: A tent collapsed during an outdoor service at East Lake Community Church, killing one and injuring 22.
WHO: Bedford County officials; East Lake Community Church Pastor Troy Keaton
WHAT: A tent collapsed during an outdoor church service, causing one death and 22 injuries.
WHEN: Jun 12, 2026 at 10:24 PM ET
WHERE: Moneta, Virginia
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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