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Title: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: jarmo on March 14, 2010, 07:40:11 PM FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE!! ATTENTION: The March 14th Guns N' Roses show in Rio De Janeiro at Apoteose Stadium has been officially canceled for this evening due to the stage collapsing because of heavy rains. Stay tuned for more info and possible rescheduling information as we receive it. There is a possibility the show may be rescheduled for tomorrow night March 15th or at a later date. There fortunately are no fatalities but there are injuries from both our camp and Rio crews the extent of which is not known at present. The Rio Fire Dept is evacuating crews out of the venue to avoid further injuries with the heavy rains and winds. Details are just coming in. Also a truck w/part of The Sebastian Bach Band's gear has rolled on the trip from Sao Paulo to Rio what is our understanding several times and we are awaiting details on the safety of the driver at this time. Thank you for your understanding and please be safe out there. Thank you. Axl Rose-
Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: jarmo on March 14, 2010, 07:42:02 PM In addition, Del asked me to post the following:
- The stage in Rio collapsed due to a massive thunder storm. Doors to the stadium had not yet opened to the public so no fans were inside when the stage collapsed. The band was not at the venue when this occurred The earliest reports lead us to to believe that there may have been casualties and serious injuries. Thankfully that was not the case. Everyone in the GNR crew are shaken up but doing fine. We will keep everyone posted as more information comes in but the most important thing is that everyone, GNR as well as local crew and stage hands, are alive and well. Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: LordRazZ on March 14, 2010, 07:56:33 PM Well we're just glad to hear that you, and the entire crew and of course all the fans aren't seriously injured or harmed.
Stay safe J-man....My first thought when hearing about the stage collapsing was remembering seeing you hanging out under a walkway in Hamilton, so first and formost, we're definitely glad you're ok. Stay strong guys, and hopefully the driver from the Bach bus is alright.....The most important thing is that all of you are ok...please keep us updated with any goings on Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: FunkyMonkey on March 14, 2010, 08:00:33 PM In addition, Del asked me to post the following: - The stage in Rio collapsed due to a massive thunder storm. Doors to the stadium had not yet opened to the public so no fans were inside when the stage collapsed. The band was not at the venue when this occurred The earliest reports lead us to to believe that there may have been casualties and serious injuries. Thankfully that was not the case. Everyone in the GNR crew are shaken up but doing fine. We will keep everyone posted as more information comes in but the most important thing is that everyone, GNR as well as local crew and stage hands, are alive and well. Thanks, that's good to know. This sounds horrible but could have been worse. Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: GypsySoul on March 14, 2010, 08:05:52 PM Thanks for letting us know that you and the others are okay. Please keep us updated on those who were injured.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: gustavo_adami on March 14, 2010, 08:06:46 PM RIO UPDATE: All injuries appear to be minor. There were originally radio reports of a fatality which has fortunately turned out to be false. Initial reports are that our staging is for the most part ok but a more accurate assessment is being made. No word yet on if the show will be moved to tomorrow the 15th or another night. Reportedly Baz's truck driver is ok as well. Thank you again for your understanding.
Axl- Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: LordRazZ on March 14, 2010, 08:08:23 PM RIO UPDATE: All injuries appear to be minor. There were originally radio reports of a fatality which has fortunately turned out to be false. Initial reports are that our staging is for the most part ok but a more accurate assessment is being made. No word yet on if the show will be moved to tomorrow the 15th or another night. Reportedly Baz's truck driver is ok as well. Thank you again for your understanding. Axl- Again...thankfully everyone is ok....I know the band spends alot of time backstage, and as odds go, they probably weren't going to be in the damage zone....I was more worried about Jarmo, who I've seen under the stage, around the stage, and every which way in between....it's a relief to see him post... Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: GypsySoul on March 14, 2010, 08:10:17 PM RIO UPDATE: All injuries appear to be minor. ......... Reportedly Baz's truck driver is ok as well. Thank God. That's good to hear. Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: icpillusions on March 14, 2010, 08:13:08 PM whew, that could've been one of the worst disasters in music history. Luckily it happened before the concert and that no one was in the area. Stay safe.
Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: peka80 on March 14, 2010, 08:18:13 PM Not great news to hear! :(
And I'm glad that everyone is ok! Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: LordRazZ on March 14, 2010, 08:23:36 PM Just make sure you keep postin' the news Jarmo. I can't speak for everyone else, but I know myself I just wanna hear that everyone is ok, and that nothing overly bad happened. As much as I've joked and jabbed at times, the truth is, metal structures are one thing, and so is a cancelled concert. These kinda things are bad, but in the grand scheme of things, they're nothing compared to the well being of the people involved, especially our very own, very pasty admin....
Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: Satapher on March 14, 2010, 08:25:08 PM Thanx a lot for this news!!! at least we have the real facts and no shit made by the local/international press!!!
And thanx to God that everyone is fine!!!!!! Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: Christian on March 14, 2010, 08:26:29 PM Maybe we have a TV Report from the major TV Channel here in Brazil.
Thanks god we had no high injuries/death. Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: Annie on March 14, 2010, 08:38:10 PM I am glad that everybody is OK! How scarey that must have been.
Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: Reinaldo on March 14, 2010, 08:45:39 PM Thank God for everyone's life and health!
Hope the show can happen tomorrow (or any other night except for saturday). Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: Christian on March 14, 2010, 09:06:47 PM Maybe we have a TV Report from the major TV Channel here in Brazil. Just 1 minute ago.Thanks god we had no high injuries/death. It showed a little video (10 seconds, i guess) from the same angle of this photo: (http://lh6.ggpht.com/_5xZBeTpOT7s/S51xlPvgNcI/AAAAAAAAB5U/AZ6nXL252NM/PALCO3.jpg) Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: Axlfanatic on March 14, 2010, 09:10:48 PM Wow! :o That pic is scary! Thank god no one was hurt : ok:
Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: ottosporteman on March 15, 2010, 12:48:04 AM Zero Hora, bigger newspaper in Porto Alegre, is reporting that the concert here will NOT be rescheduled, and will happen as planned.
Also, they have a new photo of the destroyed stage in Rio: (http://zerohora.clicrbs.com.br/rbs/image/7893947.jpg) Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: Jeramy on March 15, 2010, 02:00:04 AM man thats a scary looking picture
thank god this happened before the concert and no fans, crew or band members were seriously injured or worse Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: sixgnr on March 15, 2010, 02:04:24 AM Thank Jarmo for the update. I'm happy that you, the crew, GNR and all the fans are safe. I didn't sleep tonight because of that.
Thanks again. Take care. Sixgnr from Italy Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: wells on March 15, 2010, 03:32:10 AM Kudos to Axl & the band for handling this situation in a great way : ok: .. good to hear noone is seriously hurt, stay safe and take care!
Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: Axlspants on March 15, 2010, 04:35:07 AM So glad everyone is ok, I shit myself when I first heard, great news that no one was seriously hurt.
Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: Sillything on March 15, 2010, 05:59:33 AM Glad to hear no one was seriously hurt. Be safe everyone!
Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: babydolls on March 15, 2010, 06:08:25 AM Jesus, those photos say it all... thank goodness everyone seems ok and this didnt happen when there was full capacity. V glad to hear all crew are ok and thank you Axl and Jarmo for letting us know that. Crew work so damn hard, our thoughts with you guys and those on the road (Baz's driver too). stay safe all.
Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: wadey on March 15, 2010, 07:51:08 AM Glad to hear everyone is Ok and theres no casualties, that could have been real nasty if the band were on stage :nervous:
Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: Hatchepsut on March 15, 2010, 07:53:27 AM It was sad what happened yesterday in Rio I was in the queue and lacked algun minutes to
open the gates when the storm began. I'll wait a little longer to find a position, because I'm in flight marked Poa for the 3pm. The rain broke up with him yesterday. Many fans have lost their tickets, I've been there before the Show in Sao Paulo in 92, but the Guns made the show the next day, but I no longer had ticket. I hope that the stage can be assembled today, I want to see this show in Rio I hope the people who were working at the time of collapse are well. The Show of Sao Paulo was wonderful! Good luck to us all. Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: willow on March 15, 2010, 08:11:45 AM I don't mean to be rude in anyway. But how do you lose your ticket? They are like gold, why wouldn't someone keep them safe?
I really feel for the people that will have to go home and miss the show. Hard thing to have to do. amyl Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: Lou on March 15, 2010, 08:54:42 AM Glad to hear that everyone (including our lovely admin!) is ok. Those pics look scary!
Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: Hatchepsut on March 15, 2010, 09:25:11 AM I don't mean to be rude in anyway. But how do you lose your ticket? They are like gold, why wouldn't someone keep them safe? I really feel for the people that will have to go home and miss the show. Hard thing to have to do. amyl I have not lost my ticket. But some people in the queue lost because wet the heavy rain. Water entered the bags of girls The plastic covers not prevent the water entering the pockets. Many were without protection against rain and were soaked. The storm began a few minutes before the gates open and people were with tickets in hand, to be fast at the gate and run everywhere. There even raining much hope that the gates were opened. At 92, the same thing happened, but I already had my return ticket and did not know the markup of the show, was not spoken in the media. Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: Albert S Miller on March 15, 2010, 09:41:38 AM Oh my goodness!! I never expected to wake to this news. Thank God everyone is ok. Jarmo this has definately been quite the experience for you as well, delayed flights, tele has been stolen, bus broke down, and now this craziness, (good ol mother nature at her best) . Bless you and keep it safe all you fellow gunners.
Title: Re: Rio de Janeiro press release Post by: estebanf on March 15, 2010, 11:09:13 AM I don't mean to be rude in anyway. But how do you lose your ticket? They are like gold, why wouldn't someone keep them safe? I really feel for the people that will have to go home and miss the show. Hard thing to have to do. amyl I had my ticket very well kept. I did everything I could to keep it safe and dry, but that was just imposible. I have it, its dry now after the whole night in a dry place, but its cut in the dot line. It was absolutely wet when I got home. |