Video – High Def’ unplanned collapse

High reach operator appears to have done little wrong before building falls.

There are some demolition videos in which the outcome is clear almost from the opening frame: a high reach undercutting a building that is far too tall; a chimney stack being pulled over using inappropriate means.

However, every once in a while, a video comes along with a sting in its tale; and this one is a fine example. Like an M. Night Shymalan movie, this one trots along quite nicely for the first five minutes during which not very much happens.

If you can’t wait for the twist, fast forward to five minutes and 30 seconds: