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Heavy winds and rain cause roof damage at New Anna Regina stadium
…no injuries reported
Kaieteur Sports – Residents in parts of Guyana experienced heavy winds and persistent rainfall on Wednesday, resulting in minor structural damage at the newly constructed stadium in Anna Regina, Essequibo, the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports (MCYS) posted on their Facebook page.
According to preliminary reports, strong gusts associated with the weather system ripped off sections of the roofing material at the facility, which is currently in its final stages of preparation ahead of its scheduled opening next month.
Screen grab shows damage done to one of the stands at the Anna Regina Stadium in Essequibo.
Despite the visible damage, authorities have confirmed that no injuries were reported at the site during or after the incident.
Officials connected to the project indicated that emergency repair teams have already been mobilised and are expected to begin restoration works immediately. Engineers are also assessing the structure to determine whether additional reinforcement is required before the venue is officially commissioned.
The adverse weather conditions affected several communities across the Essequibo Coast, and other parts of Guyana, with reports of fallen branches and temporary power disruptions in some areas.
The Anna Regina stadium is expected to serve as a key sporting hub for the region, and its upcoming inauguration has been highly anticipated as part of efforts to expand sports infrastructure in Region Two.
Meteorological officials are continuing to monitor weather patterns as intermittent rainfall and wind gusts are forecast to persist over the coming days. Residents are being urged to remain alert and take necessary precautions.
Authorities say further updates will be provided as repair work progresses and assessments continue at the stadium, the post informed.
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