A heavy sandstorm and stage collapse at Medusa Festival
A tragic incident at the Medusa Festival resulted in the death of a 28-year-old and left more than twenty people injured when part of the main stage structure collapsed at the venue entrance on the Cullera beach in Valencia. A powerful sandstorm swept through the enclosure around four o’clock in the morning, causing the collapse and affecting the festival site that has hosted the event since the previous Wednesday.
Reliable sources from the same publishing group report that twenty one people were injured. Those sources indicated that nine of the injured were in serious condition and were transported to various hospitals in Valencia and Alzira, with ambulances from private providers and disaster medical teams assisting on the scene. Emergency calls were first sent by the Emergency Information and Coordination Center to the situation at the scene, with the first responders arriving quickly to assess and stabilize the victims.
Another twelve individuals sustained minor injuries and were able to remain on site with medical teams providing on-site care without the need for hospitalization. The situation prompted rapid evacuation and coordination among local law enforcement and emergency services to ensure the safety of festival attendees and staff.
A heavy 65 km/h sandstorm
Early information indicates the wind speed reached around 65 kilometers per hour, though officials have not yet officially confirmed the figure. The strong gusts heightened the risk to attendees and contributed to the structural failure that led to the collapse.
In the immediate aftermath of the accident, the Civil Guard and Cullera Local Police coordinated the evacuation of the entire enclosure within minutes. Medical teams continued to treat those affected as the site was cleared and the injured were transported to hospitals for urgent care. The festival’s schedule saw the main performances postponed as authorities managed the emergency response.
Medusa Festival had begun the week prior, with concerts and related events continuing through the weekend. At the time of reporting, the festival organizers had not issued a public statement detailing the incident or the status of participants. The site remains under investigation as authorities work to determine the exact cause of the collapse and the broader implications for safety at large outdoor events.
Thousands of attendees, including many young people from across the Valencian Community and beyond, were displaced while emergency crews and organizers coordinated safety measures and shelter arrangements. The ongoing response focuses on reunifications, medical care, and ensuring that all affected individuals receive appropriate support in the days ahead.