Mar 2 • 16:09 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

VIDEO: Roof of Assembly of God Church collapses in Londrina and frightens residents

The roof of the Assembly of God Church in Londrina, Brazil, collapsed, fortunately without any injuries reported due to the absence of activities at the time.

On Monday afternoon, the roof of the Assembly of God Church in Londrina, located in northern Paraná, collapsed, startling local residents. A video captured just after the incident reveals the extensive damage caused by the collapse. Fortunately for the community, there were no services or gatherings taking place at the time, and thus no injuries were reported.

Eyewitness Márcio Jacinto, a construction worker nearby, described how he heard the noise and immediately checked the area, ensuring that no one was trapped beneath the rubble. He expressed relief that no one was inside the church during the collapse. The presence of solar panels on the church's roof was also noted, which indicates that the building had been somewhat modernized.

While the local fire department was not called to the scene as there were no victims, the incident raised substantial concern within the community. The church administration has not yet issued a statement regarding the collapse, leaving residents and observers eager for further information on the circumstances that led to the structural failure and any potential plans for repair or safety inspections.

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