Part of the Itaquerao Stadium in Sao Paolo, Brazil has collapsed after a heavy-duty crane collapsed and left two workers dead.
Part of the Itaquerao Stadium in Sao Paolo, Brazil has collapsed after a heavy-duty crane collapsed and left two workers dead.
The Itaquerao was used by Brazilian top-flight club Corinthians, who have since moved their matches to Pacaembu Stadium while renovations are done.
The stadium is set to host the opening fixture of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, which will feature the host nation.
The crane, which is reported to be the biggest available in Brazil, collapsed while putting up the last frame weighing 500 tons.
Television images show that the metal structure buckled at the top and destroyed part of the stands.
The renovations were said to be 94 percent complete and was on track for the December deadline, when all 12 stadiums are meant to be handed over to FIFA.
The accident occurred during lunch-time when most workers were on recess, however, disaster reaction are searching for more casualties.
Spokesmen for Corinthians and construction company Odebrecht SA, declined to comment.
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