The blades of the windmill atop the famous Parisian dancehall the Moulin Rouge fell off overnight, damaging the facade of the building, it was reported Thursday.
The falling blades tore off the first three letters – “MOU” – of the venue’s sign, but they were replaced on Thursday morning, CNN affiliate BFMTV reported.
No injuries were reported from the damage, Paris’ fire department told BFMTV.
It is unclear what caused the blades to detach, but the venue’s management has ruled out any “malicious act.”
The blades will be put back in place “very, very soon,” Moulin Rouge director general Jean-Victor Clerico told BFM.
Shows at the famous venue will continue without any cancellations, he added.
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