Fierce Winds Bring Down 24-Metre Statue in Guaíba Megastore Parking Lot
Southern Brazil witnessed a dramatic scene when a towering replica of the Statue of Liberty collapsed during a severe storm.
The 24-metre-high structure, installed as a promotional landmark outside a megastore in Guaíba, was battered by fierce winds. Video footage captured the statue swaying uncontrollably before crashing down onto a vehicle, sending debris flying across the parking lot.
Authorities confirmed no fatalities, though the incident highlighted the destructive force of the storm sweeping through the region.
