At least 13 missing after bridge collapse in northern Vietnam

Vietnam: The first three victims have been rescued while at least 13 others are missing after the Phong Chau bridge (crossing Lam Thao and Tam Nong districts) collapsed at 10 am on Monday. In the northern province of Phu Tho, many cars and motorbikes also fell into the Red River.

A preliminary investigation found that about 10 cars and two motorbikes had fallen into the river and 13 people were missing after a bridge collapsed due to strong currents caused by Typhoon Yazi, local authorities said. (Yagi).

Meanwhile, authorities are trying to deploy boats to the rescue. It should be reminded that Phong Chau Bridge was built and put into operation in 1995.

Source / Image: Vn Express