Near Miss: Man Escapes Falling Debris in Cartagena Windstorm

A Close Call: Cartagena Man Narrowly Escapes Falling Debris During Windstorm Cartagena, Colombia – In a startling incident captured on security camera footage, a man in Cartagena, Colombia, miraculously avoided serious injury when a large sheet of metal fell from a roof just inches from him. The incident occurred on the evening of June 4th, during a period of strong winds in the city. The video, shared by the youth-oriented digital newspaper Enfoque, shows the man walking near a parked vehicle when the debris, appearing to be a sheet of zinc or eternit, comes crashing down. The man quickly reacts, but the close call is evident in the footage. The video has since gone viral, with many online commenting on the man's incredible luck. "It's a miracle," commented one online viewer. "He's incredibly lucky to be alive." The incident serves as a reminder of the potential dangers associated with strong winds and the importance of taking precautions during severe weather. While the man escaped unharmed, the near-miss highlights the need for regular building maintenance and awareness of potential hazards in public spaces. The event, while frightening, has also generated a sense of relief and wonder among online viewers, many of whom have expressed gratitude for the man's fortunate escape.