Church Bell Tower Collapse Triggers Drone Monitoring After Lightning Strike

A partial collapse of a church bell tower occurred in Corte, a hamlet of Molini di Triora (IM), on May 16, 2026, after a lightning strike caused structural damage.

The incident took place in the afternoon of May 16, when part of the bell tower gave way following the strike, raising concerns about the stability of the remaining structure.

A technical inspection is currently underway, with firefighters using drones to monitor the condition of the damaged sections and assess structural safety.

Authorities are continuing to evaluate the site to determine the stability of the parts that remain standing after the collapse.