Access Tunnel collapses at Spa-Francorchamps
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Here is a better photo showing the portion of track under the runoff area and guiderail that collapsed.
It is evident that the failure was due to a heavy infiltration of water
03/21/10 We don't speak French, but it appears the track surface did have some damage.
03/21/10 (GMM) An access tunnel underneath a section of track near Spa-Francorchamps' famous Blanchimont corner has partially collapsed.
Local reports said no cars were circulating the Belgian GP venue at the time of the collapse, and that the only damage to the surface itself is some cracks.
It is not believed anyone in the vicinity of the tunnel, which despite recent renovations at the circuit dates back to the 70s, was hurt.
The collapsed tunnel, providing access to trucks and also pedestrians, was 6 meters in height. Damaged in the collapse was some run-off area, guard rails and a television camera.
Spa, scheduled to host formula one in late August, will be closed this week due to the collapse.