June 22, 2023: A violent hail storm wreaked havoc on concert attendees at a Louis Tomlinson show in Colorado last night, resulting in nearly 100 injuries. About seven individuals were transported to hospitals for treatment.
During the performance of the English singer and songwriter, fans had to flee for cover as a barrage of large hailstones fell upon the Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, an open-air venue situated approximately 10 miles west of Denver. The severity of the storm forced the concert to be canceled.
Witnesses likened the scene to a scene from a horror movie, with one Twitter user sharing a video of torrential hail pounding an outdoor staircase. However, the authenticity of the footage could only be verified once.
According to West Metro Fire Rescue, seven people sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were taken to local hospitals. On-site treatment was provided to approximately 80 to 90 individuals, many of whom suffered cuts and broken bones.
As emergency responders addressed the situation, sporadic hail continued to fall in the area throughout the early hours of Thursday morning.
The National Weather Service in Boulder had previously issued severe thunderstorm warnings for the region, with some areas experiencing hail as large as golf balls.
Louis Tomlinson expressed his devastation over the canceled show and wished for everyone’s well-being, assuring fans he would return. He acknowledged the passion of his fans, despite the concert’s cancellation.
Initially, Red Rocks Park had informed concertgoers that the show would be delayed due to the inclement weather and advised seeking shelter in vehicles. Later, the venue officially announced the show’s postponement, urging attendees to exit the amphitheater safely.
Social media posts captured the intensity of the hailstorm, with one user sharing a video of people scrambling for safety and describing the experience as terrible. Another user posted a photo of a massive hailstone and mentioned sustaining bruises from the hail. Numerous accounts expressed fear and described the incident as the most terrifying experience.
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