The instrument platform of the 305m telescope at Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico fell overnight. No injuries were reported. NSF is working with stakeholders to assess the situation. Our top priority is maintaining safety. NSF will release more details when they are confirmed. 
NSF is saddened by this development. As we move forward, we will be looking for ways to assist the scientific community and maintain our strong relationship with the people of Puerto Rico.
La plataforma del radiotelescopio de 305 metros del Observatorio de Arecibo en Puerto Rico cayó durante la noche de ayer. No se reportaron heridos. La Fundación Nacional para la Ciencia (@NSF) está trabajando con las partes interesadas para evaluar la situación actual.
Nuestra prioridad principal es mantener la seguridad y daremos a conocer detalles adicionales una vez confirmados.
La Fundación Nacional para la Ciencia (@NSF, por sus siglas en inglés) lamenta lo ocurrido. A medida que avancemos, encontraremos formas de ayudar a la comunidad científica y mantener nuestra sólida relación con el pueblo de Puerto Rico.
Additional details regarding the collapse at the Arecibo Observatory’s 305-meter telescope are available now at NSF's site: bit.ly/37mWpF3
Engineers are on-site. Top priorities are maintaining safety at the site and assessing damage.
Engineers are on-site. Top priorities are maintaining safety at the site and assessing damage.
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