Deadly roof collapse at Russian shopping mall after heavy snowfall

On January 21, 2026, the roof of a shopping center in Novosibirsk, Russia, collapsed, resulting in at least one fatality and two injuries. Emergency teams are currently searching the rubble for additional survivors. The preliminary cause of the collapse is attributed to the heavy accumulation of snow on the roof. Authorities are investigating the incident to determine the exact circumstances leading to the structural failure. The focus remains on rescue efforts and ensuring the safety of the surrounding area.