Saturday, June 16, 2012

Radiohead - Stage collapse

An outdoor stage at Downsview Park in Toronto collapsed this afternoon killing one person and injuring three others just hours before Radiohead was scheduled to play, and only one hour before gates at the venue were scheduled to open.  None of the Radiohead or Caribou stage crew were injured in the collapse.  According to eyewitness reports, the scaffolding fell in "seconds" and appeared to begin in the center of the stage.  Police are investigating the cause of the collapse, though it seems clear that weather is not a factor in today's catastrophe.   Take a look at the aftermath here.  Tonight's show has been canceled and Radiohead (and police/security staff) have been warning ticketholders to stay away from the venue.  Read the CBC's report on the collapse here.