A 24‑metre replica of the Statue of Liberty fell onto a parking lot in Guaíba, Brazil, on Monday, December 15, after a strong wind blew up to 130 km/h.
Strong Wind Causes Collapse
A 24‑metre replica of the Statue of Liberty located on an 11‑metre pedestal in the Havan store’s parking lot in Guaíba, Brazil, toppled on Monday, December 15. The fall was triggered by wind gusts reaching up to 130 km/h.
Video Shows Monument Toppling onto Cars
Footage circulating online shows the monument tilting before hitting the parking lot, landing just beside a parked vehicle. At the time of the collapse, several cars were present, but no injuries were reported.
Havan Isolates Site, Opens Investigation
The retailer immediately sealed the area and complied with all safety protocols. An internal inquiry has been launched, and the company emphasises that the monument met all required standards and that debris removal would not disrupt normal operations.
Weather Authorities Issue Wind Warnings
Brazilian authorities issued warnings about strong winds up to 90 km/h and sudden storms, underscoring the potential hazards during this period.
