Passersby narrowly escaped death when the facade of a Victorian church collapsed (4 photos + 1 video)
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In Cleckheaton, West Yorks, UK, the front of a building collapsed onto the pavement. Police and firefighters quickly arrived at the scene. The footage shows the moment when passers-by noticed something was wrong at the very last moment. 
No one was injured in the collapse, which occurred at 10am on September 6. 
The building, originally built in the 1850s as the United Reformed Church, later became a popular wedding venue known as The Monal.
A company spokesman called the collapse a "minor incident."
The Monal said in a statement: "The most important news is that everyone is completely safe. Our team is working hard to ensure the premises remain safe and welcoming. Thank you for your patience and understanding. We look forward to welcoming you."
The majestic structure is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Before The Monal, the two-storey building housed Indian restaurant Aakash.
A West Yorkshire Police spokesman said: "We were informed at 10am that the front of the building had collapsed onto the pavement and road. The street is now closed to traffic."
