Video shows destruction inside Apollo Theatre in Belvidere after roof collapse
At least one person has died and 28 others are injured after the roof collapsed during a sold-out concert at the Apollo Theatre in Belvidere, Illinois.At least one person has died and 28 others are injured after the roof collapsed during a sold-out concert at the Apollo Theatre in Belvidere, Illinois, asThe Boone County sheriff's office confirmed multiple ambulances were called to the scene. Several people were seen being taken away on stretchers.
"We are currently sheltering in place, and want to extend our support and hope that everyone at the show tonight is safe,"WATCH | Metal fan waiting to hear from friends who were inside collapsed theaterTheresa Best, of Woodstock, was on her way to the concert when friends began calling her frantically to let her know what had happened. She said she has friends who were inside the theater that she hasn't been able to reach.
Belvidere Fire Chief Shawn Schadle said first responders were on the scene within two minutes, since the fire station is just across the street. Scott said it's possible a tornado may have touched down, but National Weather Service crews will have to survey the damage to confirm that.
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