A concrete bridge in Rio Negro, Brazil, collapsed during heavy rains, leaving a trailer partially submerged in the river, but no injuries were reported.
A concrete bridge on the MS-080, known as the Rio do Peixe Bridge, collapsed on Sunday morning as a result of heavy rainfall that has affected the region in recent days. At the time of the collapse, a trailer was traversing the bridge, causing part of the vehicle to fall into the river below. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, although the incident caused a significant scare for the driver and nearby observers.
In response to the collapse, the Military Highway Police were called to the scene and closed off the highway to prevent further accidents. The area has been completely blocked for traffic, necessitating that motorists find alternative routes until the situation is resolved. This blockage poses challenges for local transportation and travel, disrupting routine commutes and possibly affecting logistics and commerce in the area.
State management teams from the State Agency for Enterprise Management (Agesul) are already on-site assessing the damages and providing necessary support. Additionally, key figures such as the Secretary of State for Infrastructure and Logistics, Guilherme Alcântara, along with Agesul's president, Rudi Fiorese, are en route to the scene to evaluate the situation closely and determine the next steps to take, highlighting the state's commitment to addressing infrastructure concerns and ensuring public safety.
