Summary
Part of the Hongqi Bridge in Sichuan province, China, collapsed shortly after its construction finished earlier this year. No one was injured because the bridge was already closed due to cracks found in the nearby area.
Key Facts
- The Hongqi Bridge is in China's Sichuan province.
- Part of the bridge collapsed on Tuesday.
- No injuries were reported from the collapse.
- Police closed the bridge to traffic the day before it collapsed.
- Cracks were found on nearby slopes and roads, prompting the closure.
- The bridge's construction was completed earlier this year.
- Video footage showed dust clouds rising from the river after the collapse.
