A shocking event unfolded in Rome today when a part of the ancient Torre dei Conti, a medieval tower situated near the iconic Roman Forum and the Colosseum, gave way. The collapse occurred shortly after 11:30 AM local time, sending a plume of dust into the air. Emergency services were on the scene, with firefighters working to rescue individuals trapped by the debris. Tragically, one person was trapped and another was critically injured as a result of the incident. In a concerning turn of events, a second section of the tower crumbled again while rescue efforts were still underway, highlighting the precarious state of the structure.
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