1 dead, 22 injured in Virginia church tent collapse - UPI.com

Published
June 13, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Moneta, Virginia
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Incident type
Other

Summary

Accident Moneta Virginia in Moneta, Virginia: A large tent collapsed during an outdoor church service at East Lake Community Church in Moneta, Virginia, killing one person and injuring 22 others. The collapse was caused by a severe storm cell with heavy rain, lightning, and strong winds that lifted the tent.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed congregant Unknown Fatal

Original reporting

1 dead, 22 injured in Virginia church tent collapse - UPI.com

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