Medieval tower collapses in Rome, trapping one person

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00:00Rescue operations are underway after a medieval tower partially collapsed in Rome,

00:21trapping a worker amid the debris.

00:22Authorities say the collapse occurred near the Coliseum and they're trying to get that worker

00:30out alive. However, the risk of further collapse is making the situation dangerous. Portions of

00:36the tower fell to the ground twice, approximately 90 minutes apart. And that second collapse occurred

00:42while firefighters were attempting to gain access to the structure, but no rescue personnel were

00:48hurt. Officials say the trapped man survived that second collapse. Another worker has been pulled

00:54from the debris and is reportedly in serious condition, and two others suffered minor injuries

01:00but both refused further medical treatment, according to reports. The exact cause of the

01:05collapse is unclear, but the tower had suffered damage from earthquakes in the 14th and 17th

01:11centuries. The tower had been undergoing renovations slated to be completed next year, and the area

01:17around the 13th century tower has been closed off to the public during the construction project.

01:23The building had not been in use since 2006 when it served as an office space.

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