You might have seen roads and bridges collapsing dramatically in action movies. But the scene turned real on September 24, when a road collapsed into a massive sinkhole in Bangkok, Thailand. The clip showing the dramatic incident is now going viral on social media. Scroll down to know more.
Bangkok Road Collapses In The Dusit district
Sudden road collapse shocks Bangkok this morning.
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A large section of Samsen Road, in front of Vajira Hospital in the Dusit district, Bangkok, Thailand, collapsed on Wednesday morning, September 24. A video shared on Reddit by u/Traditional_Worry573 shows the road slowly sinking into the ground as bystanders watch in horror. According to a report by Times Now, Vajira Hospital had to temporarily suspend outpatient services for safety. Around 3,500 patients with appointments were asked to reschedule.
The collapse reportedly occurred due to a damaged ceiling of an underground metro tunnel. Soil above the damaged ceiling flowed into the tunnel and the under-construction underground space, causing the collapse. Reportedly, the site also lacked adequate supporting structures. As per a report by ABC News, there were no casualties, but three vehicles were damaged due to the collapse. The sinking road also damaged several electricity poles and water pipes.
Netizens React To Shocking Visuals
As soon as the video went viral, many netizens were horrified, just like the bystanders on the Bangkok road. One user pointed out that many people were standing close to the sinking road, writing, “I wouldn’t be standing so close to that expanding ledge.” Another user shared a similar opinion and said, “Absolutely no survival instinct. The ground is RAPIDLY opening up in front of you! People are so dumb.”
One user highlighted how rapidly the road was sinking, writing, “But where was it all going?! It all just kept sinking… I hope no one was hurt.” Another added, “Jesus Christ, that is terrifying.”
The visuals are truly scary. Imagine seeing a well-built road sinking deep into the ground in just minutes! Authorities are now investigating the incident and awaiting further details. We hope everyone was safe and no one was hurt.
What do you think of this incident? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
Cover Image Courtesy: u/Traditional_Worry573/ Reddit
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