Plane crash in South Korea leaves 179 dead

Following a collision between an aircraft and a wall at Muan International Airport in South Korea, and the subsequent fire, 179 people lost their lives.

According to Yonhap News Agency, the incident occurred when a passenger plane veered off the runway and collided with a wall at Muan International Airport. Out of the 181 people on board, including passengers and crew, only two survived the disaster.

Reports indicate that the incident took place when a Boeing 737 operated by Jeju Air, carrying 175 passengers and six crew members from Thailand, was landing at 9 AM local time at the airport in the southern part of South Korea. The plane skidded off the runway and caught fire after hitting the wall.

While the exact cause of the accident is still unclear, local media have suggested that a bird strike might have disrupted the aircraft’s landing, leading to the crash.

According to authorities, most of the victims died due to the fire that engulfed the plane.

Reuters initially reported 62 deaths and confirmed that two survivors, including a passenger and a crew member, were safely rescued from the wreckage.

This tragic incident highlights the ever-present risks in air travel, underscoring the importance of rigorous safety measures and investigations. As aviation authorities work to determine the exact causes of the crash, the families of the victims must cope with the devastating loss of loved ones.

In addition to the immediate grief caused by such accidents, these events serve as a stark reminder of the need for continued advancements in aviation safety protocols and technology to minimize the likelihood of similar tragedies in the future.

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