09.07.2007

Oh Dear

A foundation crane tipped over in the village of Blauwstad, near to the city of Groningen in Holland yesterday, landing on a brand new house. The house belonged to a couple that had spent 24 months developing it and were preparing to move in this week.
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The structural damage is far greater than the pictures suggest

The structural damage, estimated in excess of €150,000 is so extensive that the house may need to be completely demolished and rebuilt. Thankfully no one was hurt in the accident.

How a foundation crane tipped over is a mystery although most likely linked to a soft platform exasperated by the extremely wet weather conditions. A ministry of labour inspection team is investigating. The crane is owned by contractor Altenburg.
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The cranes mast came crashing down accross the house.