Tragedy in South Korea: Bridge Collapse
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February 25, 2025 07:30
south korea - A bridge collapse on a highway construction site in South Korea resulted in 3 workers losing their lives and 5 workers getting injured.
Bridge Collapse in South Korea
In a tragic accident in South Korea, a highway bridge under construction collapsed, leading to the loss of 3 workers' lives and injuring 5 others. The incident took place near Cheonan city, approximately 80 kilometers south of Seoul.
The bridge, part of the Seoul-Sejong Expressway, collapsed after 5 supporting beams, each 50 meters high, gave way. At the time of the incident, 8 workers were trapped under the collapsed bridge. Rescue and medical teams were dispatched to the scene for search and rescue operations.
Following investigations, it was determined that 3 workers lost their lives, and 5 were injured. An inquiry has been initiated to determine the exact cause of the accident.