Croatian vacation metropolis - 24 injured outside nightclub in Split - glass wall shattered
24 young people were injured in the night on a Wednesday at a popular nightclub in the Croatian Adriatic metropolis of Split, when a glass facade in the entrance area of the local shattered. The injured, among them mainly tourists from Germany and Sweden, had been waiting for admission in front of the club. They sustained cuts from the flying glass shards, reported the local newspaper "Slobodna Dalmacija" citing the Split Clinic Center.
A 20-year-old man and a 16-year-old girl remained in stationary care, their condition was described as stable. The other injured were able to go home after initial treatment.
The police are investigating the cause of the accident. Preliminary assessments suggest that the glass facade may have shattered due to the large crowd. Split is the largest city in the Dalmatian coast region of Croatia. In the summer, millions of people go on vacation there, many of them coming from Germany.
- Despite the recent incident involving a shattered glass wall at a nightclub in Split, the city's tourism sector, known for its gastronomy and nightlife, continues to attract a large number of tourists, particularly from Germany.
- The local authorities in Split are encouraging businesses, including nightclubs, to strengthen their safety measures, following the accident that left several tourists injured and prompted concerns about emergency procedures.
- In an effort to boost the city's appeal, a renowned Swedish architect has been commissioned to design a modern glass facade for a new museum near the Adriatic Sea, showcasing Croatia's rich cultural heritage.
- The German Ministry of Foreign Affairs has advised its citizens planning to visit Croatia to familiarize themselves with local regulations and emergency numbers, following the nightclub incident in Split.
- To promote responsible tourism and ensure safety standards, German and Swedish tour operators are collaborating with Croatian officials to implement safety guidelines in popular nightclubs along the Dalmatian coast, especially during the busy summer season.
