Wayfarers Chapel relocation due to landslide risk

SOURCE www.npr.org
The historic Wayfarers Chapel in Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif., will be disassembled and relocated due to being in a shifting landslide area.

Key Points

  • Chapel is in a landslide area shifting by seven inches a week
  • Decision made to disassemble and relocate the chapel for safety

Pros

  • Preservation of historic chapel

Cons

  • Disruption to the community