A construction site in Rome turned deadly Thursday night when a hole collapsed, killing one worker and injuring another. Crews were working on a water line at Coosawattee Avenue when the ground gave way, burying both men under dirt and asphalt.
๐ ๏ธ Whatโs Happening: Emergency responders from the Rome-Floyd Fire Department launched a rescue effort to pull the trapped workers from the collapsed hole.
โข One worker was rushed to the hospital but was pronounced dead.
โข The second worker survived, sustaining a leg injury.
๐ Catch Up Quick: The collapse occurred as part of work being done on a water line, a common but hazardous task requiring precise excavation.
๐ The Big Picture: Construction remains one of the most dangerous industries, with trench collapses being a significant cause of fatalities. According to OSHA, 39 workers died in trenching incidents in 2022 alone.
