Feb 17 • 12:46 UTC 🇱🇹 Lithuania 15min

Verdict of the Neringa Municipality: No Public Events at 'Agila' Until Expert Conclusions

The Neringa Municipality has decided to cancel public events at the Agila venue following an incident where a plastic structure fell and injured one person during a concert.

During a concert at the recently renovated Agila venue in Neringa, a plastic structure fell from the ceiling, injuring at least one person and causing significant disruption to the event. Emergency responders were called to the scene to remove the fallen fixture, which had struck two audience members, one of whom reportedly broke their phone in the incident. The concert was subsequently halted, and the Neringa cultural and tourism center issued a statement, confirming that one person was injured, and the police were informed about the incident.

Following the occurrence, the Neringa Municipality expressed regret about the situation, emphasizing that the reconstruction of the building had received thorough oversight with daily monitoring of the work process and consultations with responsible parties. They acknowledged that this incident could undermine public trust in the quality of the renovation work and the efforts made to ensure safety. In response, the municipality has initiated actions to engage independent construction and engineering systems experts to conduct an assessment regarding the incident.

The decision to halt public events until an expert evaluation is completed shows the municipality's commitment to safety and transparency. However, the incident raises concerns about building safety protocols and regulations, as public venues must ensure the safety of attendees at all times. The outcome of the expert assessment may influence future policy decisions and events planned in the Neringa municipality, potentially affecting the local cultural scene.

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