Scaffolding Tower Crashes Down Seconds After Women and Kids Pass By!
Close Call on Bethel Green Road
Emergency crews rushed to Bethel Green Road in East 1 tonight after a scaffolding tower suddenly collapsed. Miraculously, a group of women and children with buggies had just passed the spot seconds before the structure gave way.
Eyewitnesses Describe Narrow Escape
“It could have been a disaster,” said one shaken onlooker. “Buses and people were moving through just moments before it all came crashing down.” The terrifying collapse sent shockwaves through the area, stopping traffic and prompting a quick police cordon.
Damage Assessed, Safety Urged
Workers from Mooreway Scaffolding arrived swiftly to check the damage. They scrambled to stabilise the remaining parts of the tower, prioritising safety to avoid any further incidents.
Unexpected Humour Amid Danger
While the community breathed a sigh of relief, some light-hearted moments emerged. “A couple of workers looked more upset about missing their Nando’s mayo than the whole collapse,” joked a witness. Even in chaos, the craving for takeaway remained strong!
