Moulin Rouge Windmill Blades Collapse in Paris
In the early hours of the morning, the famous red windmill blades of the Moulin Rouge in Paris collapsed, resulting in no injuries. The incident happened sometime between 02:00 and 03:00 am, after the club's last show had concluded at 01:15 am. A spokesperson for the venue confirmed the time of the occurrence. The landmark, established in 1889 and renowned for its can-can dance, is a popular tourist destination located in the northern part of the city.
The blades fell onto the busy Boulevard de Clichy but did not cause any further damage to the structure or injuries to passersby. The Paris fire department has assured that there is no further risk of collapse. As the city prepares to host the Olympic Games in the coming weeks, the incident has prompted concerns about the readiness of Paris's landmarks to receive an influx of visitors. The cause of the collapse remains unknown at this time.
