– Heavy rain that overwhelmed drainage and pooled on the canvas, causing the holding slings to slip from their metal fixtures.
– The fixtures had been weakened by rusting.
– Rusting over the 50 years since it was built had weakened the structure to the point where it was unable to withstand the extra weight of rainwater.
The TSEA said it also found tears in the canvas roof that could lead to the collapse of more metal support columns, especially during the rainy season.
It recommended the stadium be closed for a nine-month overhaul.
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