Seoul: An elevated highway section collapsed in South Korea, killing four workers and injuring six others.
The collapse occurred near Cheonan, about 90 kilometers south of Seoul, on Tuesday.
Ten workers were at the site when they fell and became trapped under the rubble.
One worker was found dead at the scene, while eight others were hospitalized.
Two of the hospitalized workers later died, raising the death toll to four.
Rescue Efforts
A missing worker was later found dead, bringing the total casualties to four.
Five injured workers remain in critical condition, according to fire agency officials.
Rescue teams used 50 fire trucks, three helicopters, and 150 personnel for recovery.
Authorities worked tirelessly to retrieve trapped individuals from the debris.
Emergency responders rushed the wounded to hospitals for urgent medical treatment.
Unknown Cause
Officials have not yet determined the cause of the highway collapse.
Investigations are underway to understand what led to the structural failure.
Authorities are assessing whether safety measures were followed at the site.
Construction projects undergo strict regulations, but accidents still occur.
This incident raises concerns about infrastructure safety in the country.
Government Response
Acting President Choi Sang-mok ordered a full-scale response to the disaster.
He directed emergency teams to use all available resources for rescue.
Officials are under pressure to ensure similar incidents do not happen again.
The government pledged to provide support for the victims’ families.
Authorities are expected to review construction safety regulations.
Infrastructure Concerns
South Korea has seen previous cases of construction-related accidents.
Poor structural integrity has led to several infrastructure failures in recent years.
Experts stress the need for stricter enforcement of safety laws.
Public concern grows over the reliability of major construction projects.
Investigators will determine accountability and possible legal actions.
