A bridge under construction at an expressway site in South Korea collapsed on Tuesday morning, killing two people and injuring five others, authorities confirmed. Three individuals remain buried under the rubble as rescue operations continue.
The collapse occurred at approximately 9.50 am in Anseong, a city located around 65 km south of Seoul. The National Fire Agency reported that four of the injured are in serious condition, while one person sustained minor injuries.
Local media broadcast dramatic footage of the collapse, showing a massive cloud of smoke and debris as a section of the bridge gave way. Emergency teams are on-site, working to locate and rescue those trapped beneath the rubble.
Acting President Choi Sang-mok has issued urgent directives, mobilizing all available resources and personnel to support the rescue mission.
Workplace safety remains a significant concern in South Korea. According to data from Seoul&rsquo;s labour ministry, more than 8,000 work-related deaths occurred between 2020 and 2023, highlighting ongoing challenges in the country&rsquo;s construction and industrial sectors.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the collapse, and further details are expected as rescue efforts progress.

Local media broadcast footage of the collapse

Operations on to rescue 3 trapped under debris at under-construction expressway site

South Korea Bridge Collapse Kills 2, Hurts 5

Operations on to rescue 3 trapped under debris at under-construction expressway site

February 25, 2025 | 10:54 IST