Tragedy Strikes: South Korea Mourns After Devastating Plane Crash
Muan International Airport, South KoreaMon Dec 30 2024
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A grim scene unfolded at Muan International Airport in South Korea after a plane from Bangkok crashed, killing nearly everyone onboard. The Boeing 737-800, carrying mostly Korean passengers returning from holidays, attempted an emergency landing but hit a wall and burst into flames. Only two flight attendants survived the disaster. Relatives of the 181 passengers waited anxiously for news, with many overwhelmed by grief as details emerged. The exact cause of the crash remains unknown, but officials suspect a bird strike and bad weather played a role.
The crash site was chaotic, with scattered debris and a strong smell of kerosene. The airport control tower had issued a bird strike warning before the crash. Despite the distressing news, family members desperately sought information about their loved ones. A moment of silence was observed across South Korea, highlighting the nation's collective mourning. Investigators from the US and South Korea are working together to determine the cause of the crash.
https://localnews.ai/article/tragedy-strikes-south-korea-mourns-after-devastating-plane-crash-9155b7bd
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