BUFFALO, N.Y. — A scary scene over at KeyBank Center on Tuesday, as water poured down and pieces of the ceiling collapsed.
Thousands of families packed into the stadium to attend the Disney Descendants - Zombies Worlds Collide Tour.
"A lot of kids and family there, a lot of people that were scared and didn't really know what was going on," said Amanda Wilson of Forestville, who was there with her daughter. "I just kept thinking, are we in danger, is it gonna spark the electric is the power gonna go out?"
According to KeyBank Center, a sprinkler was set off, causing excess water to spill out and soak part of the concourse.
WATCH: Sprinkler system causes damage at Keybank Center
The following statement was sent to 7 News:
“Prior to a show at KeyBank Center tonight, a sprinkler was set off causing excess water in a contained area of the arena. The safety of our guests is our top priority and our staff took proactive measures to ensure all attendees were clear of the impacted area. There were no disruptions to the show or viewing in the bowl. We are actively working to repair the sprinkler and appreciate our guests’ patience.”
The incident sparked a larger discussion about the aging arena.
"We're getting the whole new Bills stadium, which is great, but the hockey fans deserve it, the fans that come here for concerts, we deserve some improvements and some adjustments," said Wilson.
While Erie County is trying to step away from the arena, leaders from the Sabres organization say work is being done to maintain the Keybank Center long-term.
