Bridge collapse in South Korea kills three, injures seven

A tragic bridge collapse at a highway construction site in Anseong, South Korea, on February 25 resulted in at least three deaths and several injuries. The incident occurred when five steel support structures collapsed sequentially after being lifted into place by a crane, with reports indicating that some victims were construction workers. Rescue operations are ongoing, with authorities searching for a person believed to be trapped under the debris. Acting President Choi Sang-mok has directed the mobilization of all available resources for the rescue efforts and to ensure public safety. Dramatic footage of the collapse has been circulated, highlighting the severity of the incident. This event adds to concerns regarding workplace safety in South Korea, where thousands of work-related fatalities have been reported in recent years.