Watch: Fire damages roof of Rio’s Olympic velodrome
Watch: Fire damages roof of Rio’s Olympic velodrome
A blaze that erupted at the velodrome within Rio de Janeiro’s Olympic Park was contained by early morning on 8 April, according to fire officials. They confirmed the flames did not threaten adjacent areas of the complex and no individuals were harmed during the incident. The state’s military fire department deployed approximately 80 personnel and 20 vehicles to manage the situation, as stated in an official release.
Historic Venue Under Threat
The velodrome, constructed for the 2016 Olympic Games, is overseen by the city’s municipal authorities. It serves as the home of the Olympic Museum, which displays a collection of memorabilia and artifacts from the event, including the iconic torch and medals. In 2017, the structure faced two separate fires that caused minimal structural harm.
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