Fierce Winds Topple Brazil’s Towering 40-Meter Statue of Liberty Replica
In southern Brazil, powerful gusts of wind have caused the collapse of a large-scale replica of the Statue of Liberty, sending the structure crashing to the ground in a dramatic incident captured on video that quickly spread across social media.
The statue, part of a prominent display by the Brazilian retail chain Havan, stood approximately 40 meters tall—though some reports describe it as 24 meters—and succumbed to wind speeds reaching 80 to 90 kilometers per hour.
Fortunately, quick action by Havan staff to secure and isolate the area ensured that no injuries occurred during the toppling.
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The replica, modeled after the iconic New York landmark, has long been a distinctive feature outside one of Havan’s stores, drawing attention for its imposing presence. Footage of the event shows the statue buckling under the force of the storm before fully collapsing.
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Local authorities and company officials are assessing the damage, but details on potential repairs or rebuilding remain unclear at this time.
This incident highlights the vulnerability of large outdoor structures to extreme weather conditions in the region, serving as a reminder of nature’s unpredictable power.