The collapse of the roof in the converter shop No. 1 could lead to major disassembly and construction works and reconstruction of the first block of converters 1-3 at ArcelorMittal Kriviy Rih.

This will result in the decrease of the metal manufactured.

The special commission will soon start investigating the accident.

Last week featured heavy snowfalls with strong winds and low temperature. Because of the snowfalls a large layer of snow appeared on the roof. The situation worsened on March 3, when it became warmer and the heavy rain started. The pressure on the roof increased, and it finally fell down.

1 employee was killed. The works management decided to help the family with 50 thousand UAH. (Ukrainian metal)

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