A Christmas tree over 20 meters high that was supposed to be a tourist attraction has caught fire in Plaza San Sebastian in central Manaus, Brazil. The cause of the fire was a short circuit in the lighting. A number of videos appeared online showing the fire consuming Christmas trees.
The Amazon River Capital's Christmas tree was unveiled in early December. The Christmas tree was placed in the center of San Sebastian Square, next to the city's landmark Teatro Amazonas.
The 23 meter tall tree was intended to be an attraction for residents and tourists visiting Manaus.
Brazil. Christmas tree fire in Manaus. A short circuit has occurred
Late Thursday afternoon, a short circuit occurred in the wire to which the light is attached.
“Within seconds, the fire consumed most of the highly flammable decorations and produced thick smoke. The area is isolated and the structure needs to be repaired,” website oglobo.globo.com reported.
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Now, the local government has announced that the building will be rebuilt. It was also noted that the Christmas event will be held locally as planned.
According to eyewitness accounts cited by Brazilian media, the fire broke out shortly after the Christmas tree lights were turned on.
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