by A tragic accident at a construction site in Vancouver has claimed the life of Yuridia Flores, a hard-working mother of two from Mexico. The fatal incident occurred at Oakridge Park on Wednesday, where Flores was working as a general labourer.
Background Information:
Oakridge Park is located at Cambie Street and 41st Avenue in Vancouver. The construction site employs over 1,700 workers and has been issued a stop-work order by WorkSafeBC following the accident.
Details of the Incident:
Flores, who became a permanent resident of Canada in August 2023, moved to Surrey with her teenage son, Diego, from their hometown of Acapulco. While working at the construction site, a large wooden form fell from a height, striking and fatally injuring Flores. The cause of the accident is currently under investigation by WorkSafeBC, Vancouver police, and the B.C. Coroners Service.
Family and Community Response:
Friends and family describe Flores as a dedicated mother who was working hard to provide a better life for her children. Her 16-year-old son, Diego, has started a GoFundMe campaign to bring his older sister, Ingrid, to Vancouver to arrange for their mother’s remains to be returned to Acapulco. The campaign has already received over $60,000 in donations.
Call for Action:
In the wake of the tragic incident, the B.C. union representing crane operators is urging the province to ensure that employers provide adequate training for workers who operate and work around cranes. The union highlights the importance of enforcing certification requirements to prevent similar accidents in the future.
The community mourns the loss of Yuridia Flores and remembers her as a kind and compassionate individual who went above and beyond to help others. The investigation into the accident continues as loved ones seek closure and justice for Flores.
