Watch Video: 70-Foot Lionel Messi Statue Sways In Heavy Winds, Faces Removal Over Structural Flaws
Just months after its grand inauguration on December 13 by Lionel Messi himself, a 70-feet-tall statue of the football legend is now swaying due to
Just months after its grand inauguration on December 13 by Lionel Messi himself, a 70-feet-tall statue of the football legend is now swaying due to heavy winds. Following a formal inspection, the Public Works Department reported structural deficiencies, noting that the statue's center of gravity is off the mark. These findings have triggered significant safety concerns among locals. A complaint filed by a resident highlighted the noticeable shaking during strong winds.
According to the police, residents are divided, with some demanding immediate repairs and others requesting the permanent relocation of the structure to prevent any untoward incidents. Reports suggest the statue might be removed entirely as these structural flaws come to light. Authorities have yet to make a final decision regarding its uncertain future. This situation unfolds just days after another football statue outside the Salt Lake Stadium was removed as part of an initiative to restore a strong football identity to the stadium complex.
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