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Addu’s historical port suffers major damage

A large section of the harbor fell away under the weight of a tractor carrying gravel for construction. According to Addu Online, the tractor was carrying more than 70 tonnes of rock.

04 Oct 2015, 9:00 AM
Southern Addu City’s Gan port has suffered major damage on Saturday.
A large section of the harbor fell away under the weight of a tractor carrying gravel for construction. According to Addu Online, the tractor was carrying nearly 70 tonnes of rock.
The tractor sank into the large hole. Its driver suffered minor injuries.
The gravel was being transported to the Gan Airport for runway renovation.

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