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Brazilian University Official Killed by Wind-Blown Debris While Touring Taliesin West
Strong winds dislodged roofing material and killed Rogério Renato Mateucci, prompting a weather-related investigation and a closure of the historic site.
- On Friday, Renato Mateucci, rector of the Pontifical Catholic University of Paran, died in an accident while touring Taliesin West in Scottsdale. Roofing material dislodged by strong winds struck him instantly.
- The National Weather Service reported east winds of 22 mph in Scottsdale around 2 p.m. Friday, with gusts up to 32 mph. Officials identified the incident as a weather-related accident during a First Alert Weather Day.
- Built in 1937, Taliesin West served as Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home and desert laboratory in the McDowell Mountains. The National Historic Landmark is currently closed to the public until further notice.
- Classes will be canceled Saturday and Monday to mourn the highest-ranking official, the Pontifical Catholic University announced on Instagram. A Mass in memory of Brother Rog will occur Monday at the Master University Chapel.
- Investigators will determine the official cause of death through the Maricopa County Medical Examiner while the Scottsdale Police Department completes its probe. Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation CEO Joe Spector said "no further details will be shared out of respect for privacy.
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