On Wednesday, December 4, around 11 p.m. local time, a railway construction site in southern China collapsed, leaving 13 workers missing after the ground suddenly gave way. Authorities announced that emergency response teams began rescue operations on Thursday morning. However, as of now, they have not provided any updates about the missing workers.
Furthermore, according to the authorities, the reason for the incident is not known yet. An investigation is underway to determine the exact reason for the incident. To ensure public safety, authorities evacuated nearby residents and closed key expressways in the area to support rescue efforts. Additionally, they advised residents and travelers near the site to avoid the area as emergency teams continue their work.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns about safety standards amid China’s rapid infrastructure development. Notably, the country has experienced numerous industrial accidents linked to inadequate safety measures and insufficient regulatory oversight. It is worth mentioning that the Shenzhen-Jiangmen railway project, which began in 2022, is part of a broader effort to enhance connectivity in Guangdong province.
Sources: newscentral.africa, apnews.com
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