Replacement Turrets Going Up At St. Gregory's University After Earthquake

St. Gregory's University has begun replacing the turrets that were destroyed back in 2011 when an earthquake rocked Shawnee.

Friday, June 14th 2013, 3:05 pm

By: News 9


St. Gregory's University has begun replacing the turrets that were destroyed back in 2011 when an earthquake rocked Shawnee.

The 5.6 magnitude quake struck November 5, 2011, toppling the turrets atop Benedictine Hall. Friday, crews installed steel in the southwest turret. The southeast turret will be put into place Friday, June 21.

The school says the new turrets are earthquake proof.

11/2/2012 Related Story: St. Gregory's University Unveils Earthquake Restoration Plans

11/17/2011 Related Story: Earthquake Reconstruction Work Begins At St. Gregory's

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