In a dramatic incident, the historic Drum Tower in Anhui, China, experienced a partial roof collapse on Monday evening, though miraculously, there were no injuries reported.
Roof of Historic Ming Dynasty Drum Tower Collapses in Anhui
Roof of Historic Ming Dynasty Drum Tower Collapses in Anhui
Incident occurs at iconic site, prompting investigation and closure for repairs
The Drum Tower, known as the largest of its kind in China, lost numerous tiles from its roof, narrowly missing several visitors at the site. Eyewitnesses captured footage showing the alarming collapse, which took place around 18:30 local time. Fortunately, local authorities confirmed that no injuries occurred during the incident.
Built in 1375 during the Ming Dynasty, the tower had recently undergone extensive renovation in 1995. Following the collapse, officials from the Fengyang County Culture and Tourism Bureau announced that an investigation would be launched to assess the situation and examine the design and construction of the recent repair work.
Fengyang County, located approximately 200 miles from Beijing, is renowned as the birthplace of the Ming Dynasty's founding emperor, Zhu Yuanzhang, also known as the Hongwu Emperor. Local authorities swiftly evacuated bystanders from the scene for their safety, securing the area to prevent further incidents.
Expert supervision units have been dispatched to assist in the investigation, ensuring a thorough examination of the construction processes. As repair work commences, the tower will remain closed to the public, with an announcement regarding its reopening to be made in the future.
Built in 1375 during the Ming Dynasty, the tower had recently undergone extensive renovation in 1995. Following the collapse, officials from the Fengyang County Culture and Tourism Bureau announced that an investigation would be launched to assess the situation and examine the design and construction of the recent repair work.
Fengyang County, located approximately 200 miles from Beijing, is renowned as the birthplace of the Ming Dynasty's founding emperor, Zhu Yuanzhang, also known as the Hongwu Emperor. Local authorities swiftly evacuated bystanders from the scene for their safety, securing the area to prevent further incidents.
Expert supervision units have been dispatched to assist in the investigation, ensuring a thorough examination of the construction processes. As repair work commences, the tower will remain closed to the public, with an announcement regarding its reopening to be made in the future.
