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local-news2 years ago

Historic New London Church Collapses, Roads Closed

Roads in New London remain closed as officials prepare to demolish the remaining steeples of a 200-year-old church after one collapsed, causing the evacuation of nearby Connecticut College students. The church, owned by Engaging Heaven Church, was a local landmark and its collapse has been described as a serious setback for the city. No one was injured in the collapse, and the cause is still unknown. The church is working on finding an alternative worship location for Sunday, and the mayor will provide an update on the situation.

via NBC Connecticut|
#church#demolition#historic-building
accidents-and-disasters2 years ago

"New London Church Collapses: Demolition and Future Plans"

A video captured the steeple of the historic First Congregational Church in New London, Connecticut, collapsing, leaving a massive hole in the building’s roof. Emergency crews are searching the scene, and fortunately, there were no reports of deaths or injuries. The cause of the collapse is unknown, and the city was not aware of any prior issues with the building. The church, dating back to around 1850, suffered extensive damage, but there were no services being held at the time of the incident.

via Fox News|
#accidents-and-disasters#church-collapse#connecticut
breaking-news2 years ago

"Historic Connecticut Church Collapses, Prompting Emergency Response"

Emergency crews are investigating a church collapse in New London, Connecticut, after the First Congressional Church on Union Street suffered a roof collapse, leaving a large pile of rubble and stones where the entrance once stood. The New London Fire Department is on the scene assessing the situation, and citizens are urged to avoid the area as details about potential injuries or anyone inside the church remain unclear.

via Boston 25 News|
#breaking-news#church-collapse#connecticut
accidentsdisasters2 years ago

Historic New London Church Collapses in Sudden Disaster

A portion of the historic First Congregational Church in downtown New London, Connecticut collapsed, with a woman miraculously escaping uninjured. The cause of the collapse is unknown, and state emergency services are involved in the response effort. City Hall and the local post office were closed, and traffic restrictions are in place around the site. The building was shared by two churches, and the pastor expressed gratitude that no one was hurt. An investigation into the collapse is underway.

via USA TODAY|
#accidentsdisasters#church-collapse#connecticut
accidentsdisasters2 years ago

Historic New London Church Steeple Collapses

The stone steeple of a historic church in New London, Connecticut collapsed, leaving a massive hole in the roof and debris on the front steps. No one was believed to be inside at the time, and an urban search and rescue team is on the scene. The church, shared by two congregations, was constructed in 1850 and is now facing the potential demolition of one of its remaining towers.

via WCVB Boston|
#accidentsdisasters#church-collapse#connecticut
crime2 years ago

Investigation launched into officer-involved shooting at New London inn

An officer and a man exchanged gunfire at the Clarion Inn in New London, Connecticut. The incident occurred after officers responded to a report of a shooting at another inn and subsequently located the male subject at the Clarion Inn. The man was transported to the hospital for treatment, and the investigation is being handled by the Inspector General's Office and the New London States Attorney Office.

via Eyewitness News 3|
#clarion-inn#crime#gunfire