A devastating bridge collapse at a highway construction site in Cheonan, South Korea, has left four dead—including two Chinese workers—and six injured, five critically. The tragedy unfolded Tuesday morning as steel structures gave way during installation, sending shockwaves through the community. 🇰🇷🇨🇳
Footage from broadcaster YTN captured the chilling moment the partially built bridge crumpled, with cranes still visible at the scene. Local authorities confirmed the collapse occurred just before 10 a.m. during crane operations to position 50-meter support frames.
The Chinese Embassy swiftly dispatched staff to offer support, urging a thorough investigation into the cause. \"Our hearts go out to the victims' families,\" an embassy spokesperson told media, emphasizing cooperation with South Korean officials.
South Korea's Acting President Choi Sang-mok has ordered \"all-out efforts\" for rescue operations and safety checks at construction sites nationwide. This incident marks one of the country's deadliest construction accidents this year, raising urgent questions about workplace safety standards. 🔍👷♂️
