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Canopy Collapse Injures Fans During Severe Storm
7 Jun
Summary
- A canopy collapsed during a severe thunderstorm warning.
- Multiple people were injured and taken to the hospital.
- The incident occurred near a baseball stadium during a game.
On June 7, 2026, a severe thunderstorm warning was in effect for Monongalia County, leading to a dangerous situation near the local ballpark. A canopy, known locally as "Randy's Ridge," partially collapsed amidst the intense weather, causing injuries to multiple individuals. Emergency services responded swiftly, with witnesses observing at least three ambulances at the scene.
MECCA 911 confirmed to reporters that the incident was classified as a "mass casualty incident." Several people were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment. This event transpired during the ongoing Morgantown NCAA Baseball Super Regional, featuring WVU and Cal Poly, which had already been experiencing a lightning delay since the afternoon. The hillside vantage point has been a popular free viewing area for thousands of fans throughout the week. Despite the disruption, the baseball game was scheduled to resume after the weather delay, according to WVU Baseball officials.
