Palacio Ducó alert: neighbour’s collapse may move Huracán v River | OneFootball

The Parque Patricios area is going through critical hours after the collapse of a 50 x 70 meter slab in the parking lot of a residential complex. The incident, which completely buried the vehicles parked on the ground floor of one of the towers, has escalated into an urban crisis that has left both residents and City Government authorities on edge.

A risk that goes beyond the buildings

Preliminary assessments carried out by engineers and architects are alarming: there is a “potential structural risk” that not only affects the block where the accident occurred, but also the neighboring towers that are part of the interconnected complex. Fearing a larger collapse, several families were immediately evacuated, many of whom had previously reported maintenance deficiencies and infrastructure failures at the site.

Football conditioned by safety concerns

This emergency has had a direct impact on the sports calendar of Club Atlético Huracán. The proximity of the Tomás Adolfo Ducó Stadium to the disaster area forced the recent match against Belgrano to be played behind closed doors. The measure aimed to neutralize any kind of mechanical vibration—produced by the movement of thousands of people in the stands—that could further destabilize the already damaged foundations of the nearby residences.

Looking ahead to the next match against River Plate, scheduled for Thursday the 12th at 9:30 p.m., the situation remains completely uncertain. Although shoring and mitigation work has already begun, Security agencies and the Buenos Aires City Government have not yet given the green light for the stadium to open to local fans. The possibility of a venue change is on the table for the Professional League, as the absolute priority is the physical safety of residents and attendees.

Neighborhood solidarity and social role

Beyond the sports logistics, the tragedy has highlighted the community role of local institutions. Huracán and Barracas Central have transformed their clubhouses into centers for logistical and humanitarian assistance. The “Quema” headquarters is not only serving as a temporary shelter for those unable to return to their homes, but has also organized a community kitchen to assist children and families affected by the catastrophe.

The resolution of the conflict now depends on upcoming technical reports, while the neighborhood tries to come to terms with the serious consequences of a collapse that could have been an even greater tragedy.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.