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    The iconic Easter Island statues have been damaged in a fire, authorities say

    The sculpted figures on Rapa Nui, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, suffered "irreparable" damage. The municipality's mayor said he believed the fire was not an accident.
    by Joe Hernandez Oct 07, 2022 1 minute
    A photo shared by the municipality of Rapa Nui shows damage to the Easter Island statues after a fire.

    The famous statues on Rapa Nui — also known as Easter Island — have suffered "irreparable" damage in a fire, local authorities said.

    A of Rapa Nui on social.

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