On December 29, 2024, a devastating plane crash at Muan International Airport in South Korea shocked the world. A Boeing 737, flying from Thailand to South Korea with 175 passengers and 6 crew members, crashed while attempting to land. The plane lost control on the runway, hit a barrier, and caught fire, resulting in a horrific tragedy. 😔🔥
Sadly, out of the 181 people on board, only two survived, with the rest tragically losing their lives. The news of this loss has deeply affected the country, and rescue operations are still underway. 🚑💔
To manage the aftermath of the disaster, South Korea’s acting president, Choi Sang-mok, visited the crash site and declared the area a “special disaster zone” to ensure focused support and resources for the rescue efforts. The authorities also introduced a free temporary train service between Seoul and Mokpo railway station to help the victims' families and officials travel without any cost. 🚆🕊️
Preliminary investigations suggest that the crash might have been caused by a bird strike, which could have caused a malfunction in the landing gear. However, the authorities are continuing their investigation to confirm the exact cause. 🦅⚠️
This crash is one of the deadliest in South Korea’s aviation history, leaving a nation in mourning. As rescue teams continue their work, the families of the victims are being offered support during this heartbreaking time. 😢💔
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