A historic medieval tower in Rome, the Torre dei Conti, partially collapsed on Monday during renovation work, leaving at least one worker seriously injured. The incident occurred near the iconic Roman Forum ruins, drawing the attention of hundreds of tourists who witnessed the dramatic scene. Firefighters swiftly responded, using a mobile ladder and stretchers to rescue three workers, while one remained trapped inside the structure. During the rescue operation, another section of the tower collapsed, creating a cloud of debris and forcing firefighters to retreat from their elevated position. The extent of additional injuries remains unclear. Built in the 13th century by Pope Innocent III as a family residence, the Torre dei Conti has a history of structural damage, including collapses in the 17th century and damage from a 1349 earthquake. Rome Mayor Roberto Gualtieri and Italian Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli were present at the scene to assess the situation.
A medieval tower in Rome partially collapses during renovations, injuring a worker
