An Unstable Structure
Firefighters aimed the hoses directly on the limestone, causing the porous material to fully absorb much of the water. This led to increased weight, and even a year later, the structure has not fully dried out. The water trapped in the stone also expands or contracts (depending on the temperature), creating even more uncertainly to the already unstable building.
An Unstable Structure
The Ultimate Goal
The restoration and reconstruction efforts are ongoing, with President Macron promising that the public will be able to visit a repaired Notre Dame by 2024. As the restoration efforts continue, researchers have been able to have a glimpse into insights about the hundreds of years old Parisian landmark.
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The Ultimate Goal