The historic Drum Tower in Anhui province, built in 1375, sees part of its roof collapse, with authorities beginning an investigation into the incident.
Historic Tower in China Suffers Roof Collapse: Investigation Underway
Historic Tower in China Suffers Roof Collapse: Investigation Underway
A Ming Dynasty landmark experiences a dramatic incident, prompting swift safety measures.
The roof of a renowned tower steeped in history has dramatically collapsed in China’s Anhui province, raising concerns over the preservation of cultural heritage. Eyewitnesses captured the moment sections of the roof fell, narrowly avoiding tourists at the site, though fortunately, no injuries were reported.
The incident occurred at around 18:30 local time on Monday at the Drum Tower, said to be the largest of its kind in the country. Originally constructed in 1375 during the Ming Dynasty, the tower had undergone significant restoration in 1995. The Fengyang County Culture and Tourism Bureau confirmed the collapse and has initiated an investigation to ascertain the cause, emphasizing a thorough analysis of the recent repair and construction efforts.
Fengyang County, located approximately 200 miles from Beijing, is historically significant as the birthplace of Zhu Yuanzhang, the founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty. In the wake of the incident, local authorities swiftly evacuated visitors from the vicinity and secured the area to prevent further incidents.
Experts and supervision units have been dispatched to assist with the investigation into the tower’s structural integrity, which is currently closed to the public as repairs are planned. The timeline for reopening the tower will be disclosed after the investigation's findings.
This event underscores the ongoing challenges faced in preserving ancient structures and highlights the importance of investing in their maintenance to prevent future incidents.
The incident occurred at around 18:30 local time on Monday at the Drum Tower, said to be the largest of its kind in the country. Originally constructed in 1375 during the Ming Dynasty, the tower had undergone significant restoration in 1995. The Fengyang County Culture and Tourism Bureau confirmed the collapse and has initiated an investigation to ascertain the cause, emphasizing a thorough analysis of the recent repair and construction efforts.
Fengyang County, located approximately 200 miles from Beijing, is historically significant as the birthplace of Zhu Yuanzhang, the founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty. In the wake of the incident, local authorities swiftly evacuated visitors from the vicinity and secured the area to prevent further incidents.
Experts and supervision units have been dispatched to assist with the investigation into the tower’s structural integrity, which is currently closed to the public as repairs are planned. The timeline for reopening the tower will be disclosed after the investigation's findings.
This event underscores the ongoing challenges faced in preserving ancient structures and highlights the importance of investing in their maintenance to prevent future incidents.
