bridge collapse
Coverage of bridge collapse in the Nexus archive.
- Bridge collapse in DR Congo reignites debate about mining revenues
A bridge collapse in Hombo village, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, on June 3 caused several people to fall into the river. The bridge is part of failing critical infrastructure in an area with a lucrative mine.
- Verdict due in trial over 2018 bridge collapse in Italy that killed dozens
A trial over the 2018 collapse of Genoa’s Morandi highway bridge, which killed 43 people, is concluding with verdicts for 57 defendants, including former Autostrade per L’Italia executives and infrastructure officials. Prosecutors allege maintenance failures caused the disaster, while defendants claim construction defects were to blame.
- At least six feared dead after bridge collapses in northern India
A bridge collapse in northern India has resulted in at least six people feared dead.
- Car swept away by floodwater after bridge collapses in China
A car was swept away by floodwater following a bridge collapse in China. The incident highlights infrastructure vulnerabilities amid severe weather conditions.
- Watch: Bridge collapses and car swept away in China river
A bridge collapsed in Xiaogan, China, causing a car to be swept away by a river. The driver and passengers managed to escape before the bridge gave way.