Sculpture of Our Lady of Fátima remains intact after falling 16 meters due to winds of 107.8 km/h in Dracena

The incident was recorded after the region was hit by a strong storm this Sunday (4). Wind gusts in Dracena reached 107.8 km/h according to the state Civil Defense. Other parts of the city and regions of Presidente Prudente were affected.

Despite the size of the image, which measures five meters, and the height of the fall of 16 meters, the sculpture remained "intact" after detaching from the building due to strong winds, according to g1 the Parish Santuário Diocesano Nossa Senhora de Fátima de Dracena.

The church reinforced that there were no injuries and no material damage was recorded at the temple. According to the representatives, the image is made of fiberglass.

The representatives also highlighted that the Sanctuary's commitment is to provide a "beautiful, welcoming and, above all, safe environment for everyone who visits us."

"At this moment, we express our deep gratitude to God and to the intercession of Our Lady, for the protection granted to all parishioners, faithful and collaborators present at the celebration."

There is no confirmation on when the sculpture will be replaced. Activities in the parish continue normally, according to the agenda available on social media.