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Storm Damage to the Roof
Saint Cecilia Convent – Nashville, TN
July 13, 2004 |
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On the evening of
July 13, 2004, a storm with winds of tornado proportions hit Nashville.
The "Convent on a Hill" was not spared. A large section of the
roof was lifted from the building, and sent crashing to the ground
below. The dormitories, directly under the damaged roof, were left
in shambles as large beams came crashing down through the rafters,
leaving many "sky lights" in the ceiling. Fortunately, no one was
injured - the Blessed Mother continues to keep her mantle over each of
the Sisters. |
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An aerial photo showing the
large section of the roof that must be repaired. After damage is
assessed, workers prepare to cover the exposed area to protect the rooms
below from rain. Presently, a tarp (not completely waterproof) covers
the damaged roof. |
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The dormitories, where
the younger sisters sleep, were left in shambles |
One
sister was in her bed when the roof fell in on her pillow, moments
after she sat upright. |
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| Many Sisters
spend hours trying to keep the water from leaking through the floor,
down to lower levels. |
Water leaks around electrical areas,
causing a major safety concern. |
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Sisters empty bucket after
bucket of dirty rainwater out the window. |
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Offices on lower levels must
be evacuated when it rains because of water seepage.
Above, even the office of the Prioress General does not escape without much
water damage.
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The damaged dormitories
are currently closed and awaiting much-needed repair.
The photo below shows the ceiling of the dormitory, where work on the
roof is in progress. |
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