Should They Be Concerned?
Many citizens of Paris grew concerned over Notre Dame’s roof lead contaminating the air of the areas around the burned building. In the aftermath of the fire, section chief at LRMH Aurélia Azéma assured citizens that the blaze was not hot enough to transform the lead into gas.
Something Sinister Lurking
Experts further explained that the melted lead remained within the cathedral, as it formed stalactites as it solidified. City officials did not issue out public safety warnings, so most Parisians felt that they were safe. But was there something more sinister happening right under their noses?