Scaffolding Collapses; Two Killed, Four Hurt
Associated Press
PORT HUDSON, La. —
Seven workers plunged 60 feet when a scaffolding collapsed as they poured cement, killing two men and injuring four, officials said Wednesday.
The men were pouring cement atop a tank when the structure gave way Tuesday night. The cement fell on top of them and buried some workers neck deep, police said.
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