Grenadians woke up to what appeared to be a war zone last Thursday morning after severe weather caused an already crumbling building to collapse on the Downtown Square, scattering bricks and debris all around.
According to officials, the building collapsed just after midnight on July 18, sending the debris tumbling onto the roadways below. Officers with the Grenada Police Department, deputies with the Grenada County Sheriff’s Office and Grenada Street Department crews cordoned off the area to prevent motorists from hitting the debris and prevent injuries to onlookers.
Cleanup continued into the morning with bricks being piled up next to the building, which is owned by city engineer Robert Willis, who recently had crews board up the windows and paint the exterior after concerns regarding its lengthy roof damage was discussed by city officials. Many business owners and professionals voiced concern after the collapse, citing safety concerns.
Onlookers visited the site of the collapse throughout the day Thursday, many parking their vehicles and exiting to take photos.
It is unknown when the building will be completely demolished. The area around the structure remains blocked off for safety concerns.
