Bridge collapses in China - at least 11 people dead and dozens missing

Beijing. At least 20 people died and dozens are missing in China due to torrential rains, which caused the partial collapse of a bridge in the north, among other incidents. Since Tuesday, large areas of northern and central China have been affected by heavy rainfall that caused flooding and significant material damage. A road bridge collapsed on Friday around 8:40 “due to a brutal shower and sudden floods” in the city of Shangluo, the Chinese ne…

Bridge collapse in China kills 12, with dozens still missing

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At least 11 killed and dozens missing after China bridge collapses amid floods

The bridge collapsed after heavy storms and flooding in China's northern Shaanxi province.

11 deaths in China after bridge collapse

The collapse occurred in Zhashui county, northern Shaanxi province, following heavy rains and flash floods. Rescue work continues at the site and according to the official statement, as of 10:00 am local time, five vehicles and 11 fatalities were found, while nearly 20 vehicles and more than 30 people are missing. This type of accident is relatively common in China during the rainy season, so the country’s top leadership insists on strengthening…

Heavy rain and flooding caused a bridge to collapse in northern China, killing 11 people and missing more than 30, state media reported.

China highway bridge collapse leaves at least 12 dead and 30 missing due to heavy rains; rescue operations ongoing