The AC/DC concert scheduled for September 16 at Rogers Stadium in Toronto is at risk. The stadium was hit by a severe storm Wednesday evening with hail and wind gusts exceeding 110 kilometers per hour. Pollstar ↗
Large sections of the stands buckled and collapsed into a tangled mess of metal and seats; temporary structures and food and souvenir stands built from shipping containers were also damaged or destroyed. Pollstar ↗ Loudwire, citing the Toronto Star newspaper, reports that debris from portable toilet structures scattered across the grounds and a portable lighting tower was knocked over. Loudwire ↗
Promoter Live Nation issued a brief statement: "As a result of yesterday's extreme weather, Rogers Stadium sustained significant damage. As always, the safety of our staff and suppliers on site is our highest priority. Fortunately, no one was injured in this extreme weather event. We are currently assessing the extent of the damage and will provide further information as soon as it becomes available." There has been no word yet about ticket refunds or a rescheduled date. Loudwire ↗
The Power Up Tour closes on September 29 in Philadelphia. After Toronto, the band is scheduled to play Winnipeg on September 20 and East Rutherford on September 25; the band has not yet commented on its further plans. acdc.com ↗
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Storm Damages Stadium in Toronto, AC/DC Concert at Risk
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