3 killed after overpass demolition collapse in Seoul
By The BriefBrief
An old overpass under demolition partially collapsed in Seoul, killing three and injuring three.
WHO:Seoul Seodaemun District Fire Station fire officials
WHAT:A section of a bridge deck collapsed during safety inspection after workers noticed slight sinking while cutting concrete slabs.
WHEN:May 26, 2026 at 6:10 AM ET
WHERE:Seoul, South Korea
WHY:Workers halted demolition after noticing a part of the structure slightly sunk while concrete slabs were being cut, and the overpass deck then collapsed.
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