Highway bridge collapsed in China, killing 12 so far, while over 60 went missing in flash floods in China’s Shaanxi and Sichuan provinces, as per the statement of the officials on Saturday. The collapse was triggered by torrential rains in northwest Shaanxi Province.
So far, rescue workers have found 12 dead bodies and rescued one person, said the ruling Chinese Communist Party's provincial committee.
The bridge, located in Zhashui County, partially collapsed on Friday evening, causing 17 cars and eight trucks to plunge into the Jinqian River. Rescue workers have recovered seven vehicles and found 12 dead bodies, with search efforts still ongoing for the 31 unaccounted individuals.
In a separate incident, over 30 people remain missing after flash floods struck Xinhua Village in Sichuan Province on Saturday. The floods, triggered by torrential rains, damaged over 40 houses and disrupted roads, bridges, and communications. Rescue operations are currently underway, with efforts focused on searching for the missing and providing assistance to affected families.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged all-out rescue and relief efforts to prioritise the safety of people's lives and property. He emphasised the importance of well-planned rescue operations, searching for the missing, and minimising casualties. Xi also stressed the need to assist the families of those affected and prevent secondary disasters.
The government has initiated rescue and relief efforts, with officials working to provide aid and support to those impacted by the disasters.
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