The scene of the injured getting into the ambulance was exposed! The scaffolding of the old Beitou Market collapsed and people noticed something strange: it was shaking violently

A scaffolding collapse accident occurred during the Beitou Old Market demolition project in the morning. The injured were taken to ambulances and footage from the scene was exposed. (Photo by reporter Hou Jiayu)

During the demolition project of the old Beitou Market in Taipei City, a scaffolding accident occurred around 10 a.m. this morning, affecting motorcycles parked nearby. It was initially estimated that four people were injured. Footage from the scene was exposed. At about 11 a.m., an injured person, suspected to be an old man, was put into an ambulance. There were two other injured women, and one was a worker. The condition of the injured has yet to be confirmed.

Taipei City Council candidate Myolie Lin said that some people reported to her that they had noticed severe vibrations during the demolition project a few days ago, and the scaffolding also swayed significantly, which made people feel unusual. The citizen was even worried about safety issues and did not dare to pass through the construction area before the incident.

Myolie Lin reported that people saw the scaffolding shaking a little about two days ago and thought the situation was scary. She questioned whether the scaffolding had already become loose or damaged, and whether the construction process and safety protection complied with the regulations still need to be further clarified. If the scaffolding structure is unstable and the wind was strong at the time, it may increase the risk of collapse.

At present, the exact number of injured, injuries and causes of collapse caused by the accident still need to be further confirmed by the fire protection and related units. Whether the construction unit was involved in negligence also needs to be investigated.

The scaffolding and walls of the Beitou market demolition project collapsed, causing injuries to surrounding people. Firefighters arrived at the scene to assist with rescue operations. (Photo by reporter Hou Jiayu)