From NYPOST.COM
The roof at a historic Illinois concert venue collapsed during a concert Friday night, killing at least one person and injuring 28.
The tragedy unfolded at the Apollo Theater in Belvidere, Illinois about an hour into a 7 p.m. show that was slated to feature metal bands Morbid Angel, Revocation and Skeletal Remains.
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Shortly before 8 p.m. as a powerful s torm system ripped through the area, the venue’s roof and front awning came crashing down as roughly 260 people were in the building, WTVO reported, citing local fire officials.
First responders raced to the scene and began digging out victims from the rubble.
One person was confirmed dead and 28 others were transported to area hospitals for treatment, officials said.
Five of those transported had “severe injuries,” 18 had moderate injuries and five had minor injuries.
According to local reports, at least 20 ambulances were dispatched to the theater — which is located roughly 14 miles outside of the city of Rockford.
Social media footage showed a gaping hole through the venue’s roof while concertgoers attempted to free victims trapped under the pile of debris.
“We ask anyone who is still traveling to the venue to please seek shelter and stay safe,” Morbid Angel said in a Facebook post. “We are currently sheltering in place, and want to extend our support and hope that everyone at the show tonight is safe. Right now our focus is on making sure everyone in the venue tonight is ok and gets home.”… (Read more)
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