2 killed as crane collapses at Brazilian World Cup 2014 stadium

A crane at a stadium in Sao Paulo due to host the opening ceremony of Brazil's World Cup 2014 has collapsed hitting the roof, reportedly...


A crane at a stadium in Sao Paulo due to host the opening ceremony of Brazil's World Cup 2014 has collapsed hitting the roof, reportedly killing at least two people.

The head of the Fire Department, Mauro Lopes, has confirmed the casualties to local radio and said that the death toll might rise. Initially he reported that three people had been killed. Lopes said the incident could have caused more victims, but it took place during lunchtime.

One more person is believed to be trapped in the wreckage, local Globo TV reported, quoting the fire department.

From RT

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