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Statue of Liberty Replica Collapses in Brazil Storm

12/16/2025

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A 24-metre replica of the Statue of Liberty outside Havan megastore, the Brazil-based retail chain, in Guaíba, Brazil, collapsed on December 15 due to winds above 90 km/h.
Store employees and bystanders moved nearby vehicles, preventing injuries.
Havan stated the statue, installed in 2020, met safety standards and is conducting an internal investigation.
The storm also caused hail and flooding in other areas of Rio Grande do Sul.

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A 24-metre replica of the Statue of Liberty outside Havan megastore, the Brazil-based retail chain, in Guaíba, Brazil, collapsed on December 15 due to winds above 90 km/h.
Store employees and bystanders moved nearby vehicles, preventing injuries.
Havan stated the statue, installed in 2020, met safety standards and is conducting an internal investigation.
The storm also caused hail and flooding in other areas of Rio Grande do Sul.