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Two concerts over the weekend resulted in fire damage: Disturbed’s show at Chicago’s United Center, and Journey’s performance at Houston’s NRG Stadium.
A$AP Rocky’s set at Rolling Loud wasn’t the only hot performance over the weekend; two different concerts resulted in fire damage at their respective venues. Fortunately, no one was injured at either incident.
Pyrotechnics from Disturbed’s show at Chicago’s United Center caused “minor damage” to the Chicago Bulls’ six NBA championship banners, which have been removed for repairs. And Journey’s set at NRG Stadium during Houston’s Livestock Show and Rodeo was cut short after an electrical fire under the stage damaged some equipment.
“Due to an unforeseen electrical incident under the stage area, we regretfully announce the cancellation of tonight’s Journey concert. We sincerely apologize to all fans for this disappointment,” Houston Rodeo organizers wrote on their social channels. “Our team is working diligently to assess the situation, and we will provide updates regarding rescheduling options and refunds as soon as possible.”
Fan videos from the event showed lead singer Arnel Pineda getting to the second verse of the group’s 1981 hit “Don’t Stop Believin’” before the sound cut out and projector screens went dark. The audience, unaware of the issue, continued singing along as members of the stage crew rushed in with fire extinguishers. Shortly afterward, organizers announced the concert would not continue, and began to evacuate the venue.
“We truly thought that it was a part of the show,” wrote one fan on social media. “70,000 people singing ‘Don’t Stop Believin’’ perfectly in unison, unprompted, was beautiful! I’m glad everyone in the band and crew are okay. I’m thankful all of us at the show are okay. Count your blessings folks, things just happen sometimes.”
Meanwhile, in Chicago, pyrotechnics from rock band Disturbed’s performance at the United Center caused “minor damage” to the Chicago Bulls’ six NBA championship banners hanging from the rafters. The Bulls beat the Brooklyn Nets 116-110 at their home game on Thursday, just before the Disturbed concert over the weekend that would damage the banners.
According to a statement from the venue, “United Center is currently working with the Bulls to explore options to repair these banners.”
“While the banners will not be in place for the remainder of this season, we do anticipate them being back in place next season,” the statement continues. The Bulls’ next home game is on March 27 against the LA Lakers.
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