A Jeju Air flight 2216 crashed while landing at Muan International Airport in South Korea on Sunday morning, claiming the lives of at least 170 people.
The Boeing 737, which had departed from Bangkok, went off the runway and collided with a wall during its approach around 9 a.m. local time. ‘
Authorities report that 175 passengers and six crew members were aboard the ill-fated flight; currently, only two survivors have been rescued from the wreckage.
In light of this tragedy, President William Ruto extended heartfelt condolences to the victims’ families and the nation of South Korea.
“We are devastated by the Jeju Air accident that has claimed more than 170 lives. Our thoughts are with the victims’ families and the people of South Korea at this sorrowful time,” Ruto stated in a solidarity message, echoing the sentiments of mourning felt around the globe.
As the Korean Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport oversees the investigation, the official death toll has continued to rise as rescue operations progress. Emergency responders have been working tirelessly at the crash site, providing aid and support to the families affected by this horrific event.
