Originally Posted by DaFace:
2 hours would surprise me, but 30+ minutes wouldn't at all. Paris during rush hour is basically just one giant parking lot.
Originally Posted by Sorce:
CNN mentioned that since it was being renovated they had removed a lot of the statues.
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Well, that's good news.
It looks like the big windows may still be in place on the sides, but with the roof collapse you have think that the interior is a loss.
Cnn is saying that the fire chief is saying that they're trying to "keep the tower from falling over the next 90 minutes". Not sure what tower they're talking about. [Reply]
This is heartbreaking to watch. I was fortunate to tour the cathedral about 9 years ago. Truly beautiful. Full of priceless art and religious relics including pieces of the cross at Christ's crucifixion and part of his crown of thorns. [Reply]
My recommendation on "relics" is to read up on them before believing any one of their stories. Like, they were the magic elixir of the alchemists or the tonic of US 19th Century Medicine Shows.
Like literally every cathedral was buying relics to compete for pilgrimages. I'm way more concerned about the art than a piece of wood some road jester in 1500 was peddling for a huge profit. [Reply]
Most often, the term "relics" refers to pieces of bone that are the remains of saints. The middle finger of St. Lebowski is considered to be one of the most highly prized.
The most senior firefighter in Paris says it is unclear whether they will be able to keep it from spreading and causing more destruction.
“We are not sure we are capable of stopping the spreading” to Notre Dame’s second tower and belfry,” said Jean-Claude Gallet at the scene as his crews worked outside and inside the iconic cathedral. “If it collapses, you can imagine how important the damage will be.” [Reply]
Originally Posted by Rain Man:
Well, that's good news.
It looks like the big windows may still be in place on the sides, but with the roof collapse you have think that the interior is a loss.
Cnn is saying that the fire chief is saying that they're trying to "keep the tower from falling over the next 90 minutes". Not sure what tower they're talking about.
My understanding as you enter the front of structure there is an entryway 3 spires with huge bells the largest in middle being 9 tons. If it falls they think it could pull the rest down. [Reply]