Newly constructed Hongqi Bridge in China partially collapses, dramatic video goes viral

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A newly constructed bridge in China’s southwestern Sichuan province has partially collapsed, sending up a massive plume of dust and debris. Officials said the incident occurred after worsening landslides struck the area on Tuesday afternoon.

Bridge Closed Ahead of Collapse Authorities had already closed the 758-metre (2,486-foot) Hongqi Bridge on Monday, following the discovery of cracks on nearby slopes and roads. The bridge formed part of a key highway connecting Sichuan and China’s heartland with Tibet.

Chinese Engineering Failure- The 758-metre-long Hongqi bridge collapsed in southwest China, months after opening. China isn’t as smart as everyone makes them out to be. They couldn’t copy this design. The ground shifted on one of the approaches. Luckily it was noticed the day… pic.twitter.com/ZJDDdwgCP9