The Nelsonville Division of Fire was called to the scene of partial structural collapse at The Mine Tavern, 14 Public Square, at approximately 8:25AM this morning. Firefighters found an approximately 6-foot section of brick wall extending from the ground to the roof had collapsed.
For public safety, the Public Square has been closed to all vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Firefighters are working to stabilize the situation and are bringing in a structural engineer to assess the stability of the building. The Dew House at 6 Public Square has been evacuated for the safety of the residents. Dew House residents are being sheltered at Stuart’s Opera House until the threat to their building can be determined. Please avoid this area and use an alternative route. Further updates will be released as information becomes available.
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