It was supposed to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience — a glass-bottom skywalk built along the rim of one of the country’s most breathtaking canyons. Visitors lined up early, eager to step out over the transparent platform and take in the dizzying view of the world hundreds of meters below. Cameras clicked, laughter echoed, and for a moment, it felt like nothing could go wrong.
But nature has a way of reminding us who’s in charge.
In our story, the day started with whispers among the staff. Overnight, heavy rain had soaked the cliffs, followed by sudden temperature changes that caused the rocks to expand and contract. A few workers noticed a faint creaking sound beneath the walkway, but inspections revealed nothing alarming. Guests were assured everything was fine.
By mid-morning, the skywalk was buzzing with tourists. Families posed for group photos, children pressed their faces to the glass floor, and couples leaned into each other for the perfect selfie. Then came the moment that would stay with them forever: a deep metallic groan, almost too faint to notice at first. The floor trembled. A few people froze in place. Others nervously laughed it off.
Suddenly, part of the walkway shuddered under the shifting ground. It didn’t collapse — but it shifted just enough to send a jolt of fear through everyone standing on it. Security staff quickly moved in, calmly guiding people back to solid ground.
