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Apr 17, 2026 · Updated 12:22 PM UTC
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Fire damages roof of Olympic Velodrome in Rio de Janeiro

A massive fire engulfed the roof of the Olympic Velodrome in Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday, prompting a large-scale emergency response.

Isabel Moreno

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Fire damages roof of Olympic Velodrome in Rio de Janeiro
Photo: timesbrasil.com.br

A massive fire tore through the roof of the Olympic Velostadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Wednesday.

Emergency crews responded to the blaze at the Olympic Velodrome to prevent further structural damage to the facility.

Around 80 firefighters and 20 fire trucks were deployed to the scene to tackle the flames.

Emergency response

Authorities reported that the fire was eventually brought under control.

No injuries were reported following the incident, according to local officials.

Firefighters worked for several hours to contain the blaze within the stadium's roof structure.

Local authorities have not yet released an official cause for the fire.

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