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Heavy rain buries workers' shed in Ha Tinh, 3 people dead

TH (Synthesis) May 6, 2024 18:53

A group of workers were resting while building a tent at the foot of a mountain in Ky Anh town when a landslide suddenly occurred, killing three people and injuring four others on the afternoon of May 6.

Lực lượng chức năng cùng xe cứu thương túc trực dưới chân núi để cứu hộ. Ảnh: Hùng Lê
Authorities and ambulances were on standby at the foot of the mountain for rescue.

At around 2 p.m., 18 workers constructing a power line in Ky Lien Ward, Ky Anh Town, were resting in their huts when they heard a "rumbling" sound coming from the top of the mountain. 11 people escaped, while 8 people were buried in the falling rocks and soil, burying both their huts and themselves.

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Authorities present at the scene

As a result, 3 workers died and 4 others were injured and are being treated at the hospital.

According to Ha Tinh provincial leaders, the incident was caused by a landslide, not a work accident. The scene is about 15 km from the center of Ky Anh town, the road is difficult to travel.

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Medical staff were present early to participate in rescue work.
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Heavy rain buries workers' shed in Ha Tinh, 3 people dead