Crane Collapse in Northern Spain, Claims Two Lives and Injures Four
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- 06 Sep 2024
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A devastating accident occurred at the port of Gijón in Asturias, northern Spain, on Thursday, resulting in the loss of two lives and injuring at least four others. The incident involved the collapse of two mobile cranes, which were being used to dismantle a stationary crane.
According to reports, the cranes gave way for unknown reasons, dragging down the six workers involved in the operation. The victims, aged 24 and 49, tragically lost their lives, while two of the injured workers are in serious condition.
Labour Minister Yolanda Díaz expressed her condolences and regret over the incident, emphasizing the need to strengthen occupational risk prevention measures to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of prioritizing worker safety and implementing robust safety protocols in high-risk industries. It is crucial to investigate the causes of this accident and take necessary steps to prevent similar incidents from happening again.
