Eight construction workers have been buried under rubble following a collapse at a highway construction site in South Korea, Yonhap news agency reported on Tuesday. Emergency teams are racing against time to locate and rescue the trapped workers.
The collapse occurred during ongoing work on a major highway project. Authorities have yet to determine the exact cause of the incident, but initial reports suggest structural instability may be to blame. Local officials have launched an investigation to prevent such tragedies in the future.
As rescue efforts continue, families of the missing workers have gathered at the site, anxiously awaiting news. The South Korean government has pledged full support for the rescue operation and emphasized the importance of construction safety standards.
This incident has raised concerns about worker safety in large-scale construction projects. Many are calling for stricter regulations and better enforcement of safety protocols to protect those who risk their lives on the job.
