A ceiling collapse at Wenatchee's Liberty Cinema occurred during an 8 p.m. screening of Captain America: Brave New World. Fortunately, two moviegoers escaped without injury, despite the serious damage in the theater. Photos showed the destruction, with wood beams and insulation scattered across the first three rows. The incident was unexpected, as shared by fire officials, and happened after the couple heard popping noises. Their awareness allowed them to react quickly, averting a more serious situation. The film itself continues to perform well at the box office, having grossed nearly $300 million.
The couple, who were watching Captain America: Brave New World, heard popping sounds before the ceiling collapse occurred, urging one another to escape from the impending danger.
The theater's ceiling collapse resulted in a substantial amount of rubble, but thankfully both attendees inside escaped without injuries despite the chaotic scene.
Witnesses described the incident as alarming, especially since it occurred during a screening, reinforcing the narrative that 'the movie must go on' even amidst chaos.
Fire Battalion Chief Cam Phillips noted the unexpectedness of the incident, highlighting the fortunate circumstances of the couple escaping unharmed and the minimal crowd size.
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