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Porch collapse injures at least 28 people

By 12 On Your Side Digital Team · NBC12 WWBT · October 24, 2026 · Original article

WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (WWBT) - Williamsburg Police received a call about a possible structure collapse around 10 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 23.

When police arrived at the 200 block of Matoaka Court, they found a back porch collapsed.

13 people were taken to the hospital, and 15 more self-reported. There were no life-threatening injuries.

Officials said this number might change if more people self-report.

The city of Williamsburg is sending the Codes Compliance Division to inspect the site.

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