Overview
- The open-air show at Ippodromo SNAI La Maura was halted about 30 minutes into the set on Saturday when a sudden hailstorm forced organisers to move from asking fans to stay seated to ordering a full evacuation.
- Emergency services and the Italian fire brigade treated multiple people who were struck by large hailstones described by local outlets as walnut- to golf ball-sized, and several attendees suffered head injuries.
- Organisers closed the nearby Uruguay metro station early to help disperse the crowd, and footage and social posts show chaotic scenes as tens of thousands sought shelter and left the venue.
- Live Nation Italia announced the July 18 concert will not be rescheduled, said all ticket holders will receive full refunds including a 15% booking fee, and promised further refund details in coming days.
- Many fans who traveled from other regions or countries said they were left frustrated by the evacuation process and cancellation, raising questions about weather planning and safety at large outdoor events while the tour’s final show remains scheduled for July 22 in Brussels.