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Deck collapse injures several people

Posted: Monday, May 25, 2009 12:00 am

CASPER - Six people were transported to Wyoming Medical Center Sunday afternoon after the deck they were on collapsed.

Several people were injured, but none of the injuries appeared to be life-threatening, according to a press release.

Casper Fire EMS, Natrona County Fire Protection District and Wyoming Medical Center arrived at the scene on the 2000 block of Begonia Street at about 4:30 p.m.

The deck, which overlooked the North Platte River, had fallen about 8 feet.

The cause of the collapse is unknown.