Tapes Show Worry Before Stage Collapse

The stage at the Indiana State Fairgrounds the

day after the August 13 collapse.

file photo

(Indianapolis, Ind.) - Indiana State Fair workers were warned about five minutes before the stage collapsed August 13th that severe weather was headed to the fairgrounds. 

 

WTHR-TV reports Marion County dispatch workers were concerned about the possibility of a disaster, which happened just before country duo Sugarland was to take the stage. 

 

Seven people were killed and dozens of others were hurt. 

 

No mandatory evacuation was ordered by the State Fair, but an announcement was made telling fans about the severe weather and letting them know where they could seek shelter if they desired. 

 

LINKS:

 

Sugarland Named In New Stage Collapse Lawsuit

 

90 Tort Claims Filed From Stage Collapse

 

Sugarland’s State Fair Benefit Concert Fri.

 

Sugarland To Play Memorial Concert In Indy

 

Documents: Fair Had Vague Evacuation Plan

 

Sugarland Named In Four Lawsuits

 

"Tough Decision" To Make In Stage Compensation

 

State Wants Stage Collapse Lawsuit Dismissed

 

Class Action Lawsuit Filed Over Stage Disaster

 

Another Lawsuit Possible In Stage Collapse

 

9 Days Later, Seventh Stage Victim Dies

 

Injuries Claim Life of Sixth Stage Collapse Victim

  

Sugarland Returns To Stage

 

Daniels: Investigation Will Be Thorough

 

Sugarland Plan Memorial Show, Resuming Tour

 

Agencies Investigating Cause Of Stage Collapse

 

Sugarland Gives Statement On Indiana State Fair

 

Witness Describes State Fair Tragedy

 

Five Die, Dozens Hurt In State Fair Stage Collapse

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