A Mexican pyramid used by the ancient Purépecha tribe for human sacrifices has partially collapsed after severe storms on July 30, leading descendants to fear it may be a “supernatural sign of impending doom” and a possible natural disaster.

The Yácata pyramid, located at the Ihuatzio archaeological site in Michoacán, suffered significant damage due to heavy rainfall and prior drought conditions.

The Mexican National Institute for Anthropology and History (INAH) is assessing the damage and planning restoration efforts, the U.S. Sun has reported.

The Purépecha, who built the pyramid, were known for defeating the Aztecs and ruled for 400 years before the Spanish conquest.

Written by B.C. Begley