Medieval Tower Collapse
A medieval tower near the Roman Forum has partially collapsed during renovation work, critically injuring at least one worker.
In Rome, a medieval tower partially collapsed on Monday during renovations, critically injuring one worker and trapping another, authorities said.
- Hundreds of tourists watched as firefighters used a mobile ladder to bring a stretcher to the upper level of the Torre dei Conti to rescue the worker who remained trapped.
- During the rescue attempt, another part of the structure partially collapsed, sending up a cloud of debris and forcing firefighters to quickly retreat.
Firefighter spokesman Luca Cari confirmed that the one remaining worker remained trapped hours after the initial collapse.
He added that a rescued worker was being treated in critical condition and that another three workers were rescued unharmed.
Author's summary: Medieval tower collapses in Rome.
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