Residents of Querendo and Ourânia in Natividade, Rio de Janeiro, are increasingly worried about the deteriorating state of a wooden bridge on the RJ-226 highway, which they rely on for daily transportation between the two districts. The bridge, which supports both pedestrian and vehicular traffic, shows visible signs of wear, including compromised planks and overall structural fragility, leading to fears of a potential collapse. This concern is particularly pressing for those who depend on the bridge daily for work and other commitments.

Local residents have reported that the condition of the bridge is worsening week by week, prompting calls for immediate structural evaluation to prevent a possible disaster. They emphasize that a structural failure could not only disrupt access between Querendo and Ourânia but also pose significant risks to the lives of individuals who use the bridge regularly. The community's anxiety highlights the urgent need for intervention to assess and address the bridge's safety concerns.

While G1 reached out to the Department of Roads of Rio de Janeiro (DER-RJ) for a comment, no response was received by the time of the article's publication. Meanwhile, the Natividade City Hall has acknowledged the situation but has stated that their ability to act is limited due to budgetary constraints following a funding decrease. This underscores the challenging dynamics local governments face in maintaining infrastructure amid financial limitations, potentially endangering residents relying on critical structures like this bridge.