ROME – Moments of fear in the heart of the capital. A part of the Tower of the Counts, a historic medieval monument in Largo Corrado Ricci, near the Imperial Forums, collapsed this morning around midday, engulfing part of the surrounding area and injuring four people.
The tower, currently undergoing renovations, partially collapsed in its lower section, causing debris to fall onto the road below.
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The four people injured are reportedly not in life-threatening condition, but have been taken to the hospital for checks. The Imperial Forum area, already crowded with tourists and passersby, was evacuated to allow for safety measures and to assess the structure's remaining stability.
The Torre dei Conti, built in the 13th century at the behest of Innocent III and belonging to the powerful family of the Counts of Segni, is one of the symbols of Roma Medieval. The collapse reignites controversy over the maintenance of the capital's historic monuments and the safety of construction sites that affect its artistic heritage.
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This is a very sad and worrying event that raises questions about the safety of historic structures. I hope the injured recover quickly, but it's clear that there are maintenance issues that need to be addressed.