Kali Bridge Collapse: Lorry Falls into River, Driver Injured
A major accident occurred on the Kali bridge connecting Karwar to Goa last midnight. A lorry fell into the river after the bridge gave way, leaving the driver injured.
Wed, 07 Aug 2024
A major accident occurred on the Kali bridge connecting Karwar to Goa last midnight. According to reports, a lorry fell into the river after the bridge gave way, leaving the driver injured. Rescue efforts are currently underway, with police and firemen engaged in the operation.
The Kali bridge, built in 1983, is a vital stretch of National Highway 66 (NH 66). The incident has raised concerns about the structural integrity of the aging infrastructure. As an eyewitness tweeted, "This bridge on NH 66 is 31 years old, built in 1983." Further investigations are needed to determine the cause of the collapse and assess any potential damage.
Kali bridge connecting Karwar to Goa has collapsed
— Karnataka Weather (@Bnglrweatherman) August 7, 2024
The incident took place last midnight. In the incident, a lorry fell into the river & the driver is injured. Police & firemen engaged in rescue work.
This bridge on NH 66 is 31 years old, built in 1983
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Rescue teams are working diligently to extricate the lorry and its driver from the river. The extent of the driver's injuries remains unclear at this stage. As news of the incident spreads, concerns about road safety and infrastructure maintenance are likely to grow. More information will emerge as the situation develops.
The Kali bridge collapse has sent shockwaves through local communities and commuters who regularly use the highway. With ongoing rescue efforts in full swing, authorities must now work swiftly to identify the root cause of the accident and implement measures to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.
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