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In the picturesque town of Brotterode, nestled within the Thuringian Forest, a significant chapter in its winter sports history has come to a close. The Island Mountain Jump, a beloved ski jumping facility, has been demolished to make way for a new structure that adheres to modern safety and sporting requirements.
The demolition process, which took place on Friday evening, was carried out using a remote-controlled jib crane. Despite initial technical difficulties during a previous attempt, the crane was successful in bringing down the 56-meter-high structure. The tipping over of the jib crane during the demolition was expected and posed no risk to those on the ground, as no one was injured throughout the process.
The Island Mountain Jump's steel supports were reinforced, and these hidden details were not evident from the existing drawings and plans. To ensure the structure's safe and orderly collapse, the steel masts were heated with electricity during the demolition process. The temperature reached 300 degrees, but it was not high enough to make the steel masts buckle, necessitating the use of the jib crane.
The Brotterode Winter Sports Club has announced that the demolition was successful and that the reused jib crane can be uprighted after tipping over. The club is optimistic about the future, as the old jump will be replaced by a new one that meets the requirements of the International Ski Federation (FIS). This new jump will serve as a venue for international ski jumping competitions, such as the Continental Cup, in the future.
The demolition of the Island Mountain Jump marks the end of an era for Brotterode and the Thuringian Forest, but it also signifies a new beginning. The town and its winter sports club are looking forward to the construction of the new jump, which will bring fresh opportunities for local residents, winter sports enthusiasts, and visitors alike.
- The Brotterode Winter Sports Club is eagerly anticipating the construction of a new ski jumping facility, as the demolished Island Mountain Jump will be replaced with one that complies with the International Ski Federation's (FIS) requirements, potentially hosting Continental Cup events.
- In parallel with the winter sports developments, the community of Brotterode, nestled within the Thuringian Forest, continues to thrive, with its local fisheries teeming with life, providing a livelihood for its residents and attracting sports enthusiasts from far and wide.