Road section collapses in Mladenovac due to nearby construction site

A portion of a regional road in Mladenovac, Serbia, collapsed early in the morning, with local residents attributing the incident to a nearby construction site. The affected road has been closed to traffic, and the construction site itself has also been shut down.

Residents had previously alerted authorities to the risks associated with the construction, but their warnings reportedly went unheeded. Zoran Pavlović, whose house is adjacent to the site, described the terrifying experience. He fears for his safety and that of his family, as cracks have begun to appear on his home. Pavlović stated that he would not be able to spend the night in his house and is seeking shelter with friends and relatives.

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Everything is tense. It is questionable what will happen by morning. I dare not spend the night tonight.

Pavlović explained that the construction involves building a structure with multiple objects. He believes the urgency to complete the project stemmed from expiring permits. He claims the builders did not follow proper procedures from the outset, such as installing necessary support piles, despite the area being marshy. "They continued to work their way, they worked, and here's what happened this morning," he told N1.

The situation remains precarious, with the entire street closed. Pavlović also noted that water supply has been disrupted, and there are concerns that the sewage system may also be damaged. The incident highlights the potential dangers of construction in proximity to existing infrastructure and residences when safety protocols are not strictly followed.

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They continued to work their way, they worked, and here's what happened this morning.