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In the early 1970s, São Paulo was already the largest metropolis in South America. Amidst its skyline, the Edifício Andraus stood out, located at the intersection of Avenida São João and Rua Pedro Américo. Built by the construction company Ocian, it was inaugurated in 1962 and became known for housing one of the first department stores in Brazil, Pirani.
The Andraus was notable for its helipad located on the roof, a unique feature at the time, which, unfortunately, was rendered inoperable in 1969 due to safety concerns from equipment installation. This oversight would become pivotal during a crisis.