Survivor Stories: Two Rescued Amid Ongoing Rescue Operations
December 29, 2024: A chilling video has emerged capturing the horrifying moment a Boeing 737-800 aircraft operated by Jeju Air skidded off the runway and crashed into a wall at Muan International Airport, South Korea on Sunday morning.
The crash, which claimed at least 28 lives, occurred during what appears to have been a belly landing attempt, with the landing gear malfunctioning, reportedly caused by bird strikes.
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The Crash and Aftermath:
- The aircraft, carrying 181 people (175 passengers and six crew members), was on a flight from Bangkok to Muan.
- Harrowing visuals from the crash site showed flames engulfing parts of the plane and thick black smoke billowing into the sky.
- Authorities reported that two survivors, a passenger and a flight attendant, have been rescued so far.
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Rescue Operations Underway:
- Emergency services, including 32 fire trucks and dozens of firefighters, responded immediately after the crash at 9:00 AM local time.
- Rescue efforts are focused on evacuating passengers from the rear section of the jet, where some survivors were located.
Government’s Response:
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Acting President Choi Sang-Mok issued an urgent directive, stating:
“All related agencies must mobilize all available resources to save the personnel.”
An emergency meeting was also convened by the President’s Chief of Staff to coordinate rescue and investigation efforts.
Preliminary Investigation:
Early findings suggest the crash was triggered by bird strikes, which likely caused landing gear failure during the attempted landing.
Global Impact:
This incident follows another tragic plane crash earlier in the week involving an Azerbaijan Airlines flight in Kazakhstan, highlighting growing concerns around aviation safety.
As the investigation continues and rescue operations proceed, the world watches closely, mourning the tragic loss and hoping for the safe recovery of any remaining survivors.
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